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| More About Arizona Notaries |
Eligibility |
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be an Arizona resident for tax purposes (i.e., claim an Arizona residence as a primary residence on state and federal tax forms)
- Be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States
- Not have been convicted of a felony unless civil rights have been restored
- Not have had an Arizona Notary commission or professional license revoked within the previous four years
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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 (see "Become" and "Renew" links above) – which includes your State-required Notary Bond.*
- Call 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827) to confirm the details of your order.
- We will IMMEDIATELY issue your Notary Bond according to the following guidelines:
New Notaries: The effective date will be indicated as 30 days after your order date.
Renewing Notaries: The effective date will match the date of your commission renewal.
- We will mail your activated Notary Bond to you via First Class mail.
- Submit your Notary application to the AZ Secretary of State WITH your NNA Notary Bond.
*BONDS AND E&O POLICIES UNDERWRITTEN BY MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY (MUTUAL), DES MOINES, IOWA. PENNSYLVANIA BONDS AND E&O POLICIES UNDERWRITTEN BY NATIONS BONDING COMPANY, AUSTIN, TEXAS, A SUBSIDIARY OF MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY (MUTUAL). AGENT FOR ALL BONDS AND E&O POLICIES IS NNA INSURANCE SERVICES, INC.
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State Government Information |
| Contact Secretary of State: |
Office of Secretary of State
Business Services Division, Notary Section
1700 West Washington, 7th Floor
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2888
1-602-542-4758 |
| On the Web: |
www.azsos.gov/business_services/Notary/ |
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Notary Provisions |
| Term: |
Four years |
| State Filing Fee: |
$25.00 + $18.00 recording fee |
| Bond Required: |
$5,000 |
| Seal Required: |
Inked stamp |
| Jurisdiction: |
State |
| Journal: |
Required by law |
| Fee Schedule: |
Required by law |
| Reference Manual: |
Required by law. (Download it from the Arizona Secretary of State Web site). |
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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 Arizona Notary Training Options
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Guide to Notary Fees |
| Acknowledgments: |
$2.00 |
| Jurats: |
$2.00 |
| Oaths & Affirmations: |
$2.00 |
| Notary-Certified Copies: |
$2.00 |
| Additional Information: |
No fees allowed for pension papers or military oaths; Fees must be posted. |
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