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| More About Kentucky Notaries |
Eligibility |
- Be at least 18 years old
- 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
- Be of good moral character (i.e., not be a convicted felon unless civil rights have been restored by executive order)
- Be capable of discharging the duties of a Notary
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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.- 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 (see "Become" and "Renew" links above).
- 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.
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State Government Information |
| 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/ |
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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 |
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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 Kentucky Notary Training Options
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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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