How to Become a Notary in Utah

All new notary applicants and notaries renewing their commissions in Utah must pass the online notary test with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. The online test consists of thirty-five multiple-choice questions totaling sixty-five points. Notary applicants must score sixty-one points or higher in order to apply for a notary commission. To take the initial online test, each applicant must create an account on the Office of the Lieutenant Governor’s website. A notary applicant can view the notary test results after paying a $95 administrative and test fee. Applicants who fail the initial online notary test have thirty days after the first test date to retake the online test for a $40 fee. After thirty days, the applicant is required to pay the administrative and testing fee of $95, submit a new notary application, and take the notary test. The administration fee and testing fees are non-refundable.

Yes, must complete an approved training course.

Yes, an exam is required

No background check is required

An official notarial bond in the sum of $5,000 written for a term of four (4) years must be secured to qualify for a notary commission. The bond must be executed by a company authorized to write surety bonds.

Yes, a $5,000 bond is required

Yes, application and a fee required

Stamp Required

The notary bond must be signed and the Oath of Office must be notarized notarized prior to submitting your documents to the Lieutenant Governor’s office, otherwise your application will be rejected.

Yes, an Oath is required