NOTARY PUBLIC ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Each person appointed and commissioned as a notary public shall be:
- • A resident of the State of Texas, or an Escrow Officer residing in an adjacent state.
- • At least 18 years of age; and
- • Maintain no convictions for a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude (theft, various misdemeanors).
- • Provide a $10,000 Surety Bond. (State employees are exempt from the bond requirement)
- • Pay the State Filing Fee.
- • Take an oath of office before a notary public.
Effective January 21, 2025, after applying for the $10,000 Notary Bond the Texas Secretary of State will contact you at the email address provided to log onto the TX SOS Customer Portal to complete the process of your Notary Public Application and E-Signature. This must be completed within 89 days or your application will be withdrawn.
Helpful Links:
- • Portal Account Setup and User Access Guide
- • Notary Portal Guide
- • Review instructions on how to Submit an Application to become a Notary Public.
- • Texas Secretary of State/Texas Notary Public