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| More About Alabama Notaries |
Eligibility |
| Minimum Age: |
18 years of age |
| Minimum Residency: |
One day in the home county |
| Endorsement: |
Three county residents |
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Application and Bond Filing Procedures |
Call the NNA at 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827) if you have any questions during this process.- Order your Complete Notary Supply Package – which includes your State-required Notary Bond.*
- Call 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827) to confirm the details of your order.
- Submit your Notary application to the Office of Probate Judge of your residence county.
- Fax or mail a copy of your Letter of Appointment from the Office of Probate Judge. (If the Office of Probate Judge does not issue Letters of Appointment, please call the NNA.)
- We will mail your activated Notary Bond to you via First Class mail.
Pennsylvania Bonds and E&O policies underwritten by Nations Bonding Company, Austin, Texas (a subsidiary of Merchants Bonding Company [Mutual]); all other Bonds and E&O policies underwritten by Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual), Des Moines, Iowa. Agent for all Bonds and E&O policies is NNA Insurance Services, Inc. All rates subject to change without notice. Commission number and commission effective and expiration dates required prior to E&O insurance activation.
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Application Materials |
| Contact Secretary of State: |
(The Alabama Secretary of State's office does not have Notary application materials.)
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| Where to Visit: |
Contact your local Alabama county probate judge. Here's the online list. |
| On the Web: |
www.sos.alabama.gov/AdminServices/NotaryPublic.aspx |
| Contact the NNA: |
National Notary Association
9350 De Soto Ave.
P.O. Box 2402
Chatsworth, CA 91313-2402
Phone: 1-800-876-6827 |
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Notary Provisions |
| Term: |
Four years |
| State Filing Fee: |
$1.00 |
| Bond Required: |
$10,000 |
| Seal Required: |
Embosser (unnecessary on acknowledgments) |
| Jurisdiction: |
State or county |
| Journal: |
Required by law |
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Live and Online Notary Training |
| NNA educational programs are available at your convenience, whether you choose a live seminar or an online course, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of Notary practices and procedures. Plus, you’ll learn time-saving tips to help you do your new job quickly and correctly.
View Alabama Notary Training Options
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Complete Alabama Notary Supply Packages |
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Our Complete Notary Supply Packages include everything you need to go to work right away! With every supply package, you save up to 30% off of regular retail prices, plus you receive a FREE NNA Membership — a $52 value!
Complete Notary supply packages available at same net savings without bond and/or errors and omissions insurance purchase. Call 1-800-876-6827 for pricing order information.
Order Online Now
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Call Toll-Free at 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827)
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Guide to Notary Fees |
| Acknowledgments: |
$.50 |
| Jurats: |
$.50 |
| Oaths & Affirmations: |
$.50 |
| Notary-Certified Copies: |
Journal entries only |
| Protest: |
$1.50 + cost of postage |
| Additional Information: |
Journal certified copy $.20/100 words + $.25 per sealed certificate |
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