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  • Eligibility Requirements
  • Application and Bond Filing Procedures
  • Application Materials
  • Notary Provisions
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  • Guide to Notary Fees
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    Eligibility
    Minimum Age: 18 years of age
    Minimum Residency: Not required
    Endorsement: Circuit judge, legislator or county official
    Other Requirements: Must be a Kentucky resident who lives or is employed in the county where applying, or a non-resident of Kentucky principally employed in the county where applying.
     

    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.
    • Confirm with your County Clerk that it accepts out-of-State Notary Bonds and place a separate order for a bond.*
    • Order your Complete Notary Supply Package.
    • Submit your Notary Public Application to the State, enclosing your State application fees.
    • Receive your State-issued Notice of Appointment (within 4 to 6 weeks).
    • Forward a COPY of your Notice of Appointment 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.

    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.


    Application Materials
    Contact Secretary of State: Office of Secretary of State
    Notary Public Division
    State Capitol
    148 Capitol Bldg., P.O. Box 821
    Frankfort, KY 40602-0821
    1-502-564-2848
    On the Web: sos.ky.gov/adminservices/notaries/
    Contact the NNA: National Notary Association
    9350 De Soto Ave.
    P.O. Box 2402
    Chatsworth, CA 91313-2402
    Phone: 1-800-876-6827
     

    Notary Provisions
    Term: Four years
    State Filing Fee: $10.00
    Bond Required: Varies per county
    Seal Required: Optional
    Jurisdiction: State
    Journal: Recommended by the state
     

    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.

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    Complete Kentucky Notary Supply Packages
    Complete Notary Supply Package

    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.

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    Call Toll-Free at 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827)

     

    Guide to Notary Fees
    Acknowledgments: $.50
    Jurats: $.50
    Oaths & Affirmations: $.20
    Protest: $.50 + $.75 for recording and $.25 per notice of protest
    Additional Information: No fee for veterans' benefit papers

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