Submit your Notary Public Application and Notary Exam to the Office of the Secretary, enclosing your State application fees.
Receive your State-issued Notary Surety Bond Form (within 4 to 6 weeks).
Forward your ORIGINAL Notary Surety Bond Form to the NNA for processing.
We will mail your activated Notary Bond to you via First Class mail.
File your Notary Bond with the County Clerk.
*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.
Application Materials
Contact Secretary of State:
Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia
Notary Commission & Authentications Section
441 4th St., N.W. Room 810S
Washington, D.C. 20001 1-202-727-3117
National Notary Association P.O. Box 541032 Los Angeles, CA 90054-1032 Phone: 1-800-876-6827
Notary Provisions
Term:
Five years
State Filing Fee:
$50.00
Bond Required:
$2,000
Seal Required:
Embosser
Jurisdiction:
District of Columbia
Journal:
Required
Live and Online Notary Training
NNA educational programs are available at your convenience. No matter if 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.
Complete District of Columbia Notary Supply Packages
Our Complete Notary Supply Packages include everything you need to start working 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 are available at the same net savings without bond and/or errors and omissions insurance purchase. Call 1-800-876-6827 for pricing and/or ordering information.
