Notary Public Bond in Arizona

What this bond requires in Arizona

Arizona requires a $5,000 surety bond for a four-year notary commission, payable to the State of Arizona and issued by a surety authorized in Arizona. Bond must be submitted in duplicate alongside the application and the $43 filing fee. Statutory authority is in A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 2.

Who requires it

The notary public bond is required by the Arizona Secretary of State, Business Services Division - Notary Section under A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 2, Article 6 (notary provisions, including bond requirement).

How to file in Arizona

Applicant obtains a $5,000 four-year notary bond from a licensed surety company, completes the Secretary of State notary application, has the bond signed and notarized, and mails the original application, original bond, and $43 application/filing fee to the Arizona Secretary of State, Notary Section. The Secretary issues the commission certificate upon approval.

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FAQ

Common questions

Is a notary public bond required in Arizona?

Yes. Arizona requires notary public bonds issued by an admitted surety. The required amount is $5,000.

How much is the bond in Arizona?

The bond amount is $5,000. Your annual premium is a small percentage of that, based on credit and experience.

Who requires the bond?

The bond is required by the Arizona Secretary of State, Business Services Division - Notary Section.

How is the bond filed?

Applicant obtains a $5,000 four-year notary bond from a licensed surety company, completes the Secretary of State notary application, has the bond signed and notarized, and mails the original application, original bond, and $43 application/filing fee to the Arizona Secretary of State, Notary Section. The Secretary issues the commission certificate upon approval.

What does the bond cover?

Surety bonds protect the obligee, not the principal. If you fail to meet the obligation the bond guarantees, the surety pays the claim and recovers from you.

Is a surety bond the same as insurance?

No. Insurance protects you. A surety bond protects whoever required the bond. You repay the surety for any claim they pay.