How to Become a Notary in Washington

Quick Facts

Minimum Age

Residency Required

Yes

Education Required

No

Exam Required

No

Background Check Required

Bond Requirement

Yes

Commission Term

4 years

Journal Required

Yes

Stamp Requirement

Yes

Last updated

August , 2025

Steps to Become a Notary in Washington

Education:

Not required.

Education Final:

No training is required.

Exam:

No exam is required

Exam Final:

No exam is required.

Background Check Final:

No background check is required

Bond:

All Washington notary applicants are required to maintain a four-year, $10,000 notary bond.

Bond Final:

Yes, a $10,000 bond is required

Applictation:

1. Meet the requirements To get a notary public license, you must be: At least 18 years old Able to read and write English Live in Washington or have a place of employment or practice in Washington 2. Gather the necessary documents Electronic copy of your notarized Oath of Office form Electronic copy of your signed $10,000 surety bond Payment for the application fee 3. Submit your application You can apply online or by mail.

Applictation Final:

Yes, application and a fee required

Order Supplies Final:

Stamp Required

File Oath And Commission Final:

https://dol.wa.gov/forms/view/659009/download?inline

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Washington Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

The Washington State Department of Licensing is responsible for approving notary applications and issuing the notary public commission and/or any appropriate endorsements to notaries public.

Always Verify the Information with your State’s Official Notary Licensing Agency.