Surety bonds • Nebraska
Nebraska Notary Bond: $15,000 Requirement and How to Apply
Nebraska notaries must buy a $15,000 surety bond and pass the online Notary Public Examination with a score of 85% or higher. A commission lasts four years, the commission fee is $30, and the bond costs about $40.
This guide covers the bond, eligibility, the exam, and how to apply. Blake Insurance Group is an independent agency, and a licensed agent can help with your bond.
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Bond and eligibility
Nebraska notaries need a $15,000 surety bond. Applicants must be at least 19, live in Nebraska or in a bordering state with a Nebraska workplace, read and write English, and have no felony or fraud conviction in the past five years (National Notary Association).
How to apply
- Pass the online Notary Public Examination with a score of 85% or higher.
- Buy your $15,000 notary bond.
- Submit your application, exam results, bond, $30 fee, and citizenship attestation to the Secretary of State.
- Order your seal after you receive your commission certificate.
Source: National Notary Association.
How much a Nebraska notary bond costs
The $15,000 bond costs about $40 for the four-year term, and total startup costs run about $100 including the fee and seal (National Notary Association).
Nebraska notary bond FAQs
How much is a notary bond in Nebraska?
$15,000. The bond costs about $40 for the four-year term.
Do Nebraska notaries take an exam?
Yes. Applicants must pass an online exam with a score of 85% or higher.
How long is a Nebraska notary commission?
Four years.
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