Notary Public Bond in Georgia

What this bond requires in Georgia

Georgia notaries are not required to post a surety bond. The GSCCCA states plainly that no bond is required of Georgia notaries. Commissions are issued for a four-year term by the Clerk of Superior Court of the applicant county of residence under O.C.G.A. Title 45, Chapter 17. Applicants must provide two affiants attesting to good moral character.

Who requires it

The notary public bond is required by the Clerk of Superior Court of the applicant county of residence (administered statewide by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks Cooperative Authority - GSCCCA) under O.C.G.A. Title 45, Chapter 17 (Notaries Public).

How to file in Georgia

Applicant submits the notary public application to the Clerk of Superior Court of their county of residence (online via gsccca.org or in person). The application requires two affiants and the application fee set by the county clerk; no surety bond is filed. The clerk issues the four-year commission certificate upon approval.

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FAQ

Common questions

Is a notary public bond required in Georgia?

Georgia does not require a surety bond for notaries public.

How much is the bond in Georgia?

Georgia does not publish a single flat amount. See the state-specific notes for how it is determined.

Who requires the bond?

The bond is required by the Clerk of Superior Court of the applicant county of residence (administered statewide by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks Cooperative Authority - GSCCCA).

How is the bond filed?

Applicant submits the notary public application to the Clerk of Superior Court of their county of residence (online via gsccca.org or in person). The application requires two affiants and the application fee set by the county clerk; no surety bond is filed. The clerk issues the four-year 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.