Surety bonds • Kansas
Kansas Notary Bond: $12,000 Requirement and How to Apply
The Kansas Secretary of State requires new and renewing notaries to carry a $12,000 surety bond from an insurer licensed in Kansas. Appointments last four years, the application fee is $25, and published bond prices start around $50 for the term with errors and omissions coverage.
This guide covers the bond, eligibility, the application, and cost. Blake Insurance Group is an independent agency, and a licensed agent can help with your bond.
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Bond and eligibility
The Kansas Secretary of State requires a $12,000 commercial surety bond covering the full four-year term. Applicants must be at least 18 and a Kansas resident, or a resident of a bordering state who regularly works or does business in Kansas.
How to apply
- Buy your notary stamp showing your name, “notary public,” and “State of Kansas.”
- Buy your $12,000 bond; the insurer completes the bond section of the form.
- Take the oath before another notary.
- Submit your application online with the $25 fee. You may notarize once your status shows active.
Source: Kansas Secretary of State.
How much a Kansas notary bond costs
| Option | Published price |
|---|---|
| $12,000 bond with $10,000 E&O | $50 |
| $12,000 bond with $20,000 E&O | $70 |
| $12,000 bond with $30,000 E&O | $90 |
Prices published by SuretyBonds.com.
Kansas notary bond FAQs
How much is a notary bond in Kansas?
$12,000. Published prices start around $50 for the four-year term.
How long is a Kansas notary appointment?
Four years.
How much does it cost to apply as a Kansas notary?
The application fee is $25.
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