Notary Public Bond in Utah

What this bond requires in Utah

Utah notaries are commissioned by the Lieutenant Governor for four-year terms under Utah Code Title 46, Chapter 1. To qualify, applicants must post a $5,000 four-year notarial bond issued by an authorized surety; the name on the bond must exactly match the application. Remote Online Notaries (RON) must carry $10,000 in bond coverage, achieved either by riding up the existing notarial bond or by issuing a separate bond. Application steps include a $95 exam fee, background check, signed bond, and a notarized oath of office.

Who requires it

The notary public bond is required by the Utah Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Notary Office under Utah Code Title 46, Chapter 1 (Notaries Public Reform Act); Utah Code § 46-1-3.

How to file in Utah

Create an account at notary.utah.gov, take and pass the state exam ($95) and submit to a background check, then obtain a $5,000 four-year notarial bond from an authorized surety. Have the Oath of Office notarized, then upload the signed bond and notarized oath to the Lieutenant Governor online portal to complete the application.

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FAQ

Common questions

Is a notary public bond required in Utah?

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

How much is the bond in Utah?

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 Utah Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Notary Office.

How is the bond filed?

Create an account at notary.utah.gov, take and pass the state exam ($95) and submit to a background check, then obtain a $5,000 four-year notarial bond from an authorized surety. Have the Oath of Office notarized, then upload the signed bond and notarized oath to the Lieutenant Governor online portal to complete the application.

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.