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| More About Indiana Notaries |
Eligibility |
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a legal resident of Indiana
- Not hold a lucrative public office or appointment under the government of the United States or the state of Indiana, though civil, school, city and town officials of Indiana may serve as Notaries with certain limitations
- Not have been convicted of a crime for which the sentence exceeds six months of imprisonment
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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 County Clerk 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
Notary Department
State House, Room 201
200 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
1-317-232-6542 |
| On the Web: |
www.in.gov/sos/business/notary/index.html |
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Notary Provisions |
| Term: |
Eight years |
| State Filing Fee: |
$5.00 |
| Bond Required: |
$5,000 |
| Seal Required: |
Embosser or inked stamp |
| Jurisdiction: |
State |
| Journal: |
Recommended by NNA |
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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. |
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View Indiana Notary Public Training Options
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Guide to Notary Fees |
| Acknowledgments: |
$2.00 |
| Jurats: |
$2.00 |
| Oaths & Affirmations: |
$2.00 |
| Proofs: |
$2.00 |
| Additional Information: |
No fee for acknowledgment of absentee ballot or by government employee conducting official business |
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