Get Your Louisiana Notary Surety Bond
In Louisiana, the Secretary of State requires all non-attorney and ex officio Notaries to file a $50,000 Notary surety bond every five years to maintain their lifetime commission. The cost of a Louisiana Notary bond is $110.
A Notary bond is required by state law to provide financial protection to the public (i.e., signers). If a signer suffers financial harm because of a Notary’s negligence or misconduct, the bond provides compensation up to the coverage amount.
No credit check or application needed! It’s as easy as…
- Buy your bond.
- Get it within 2 business days.
- File it and forget it!
Protect yourself with E&O insurance. Pair your new bond with an E&O policy for added peace of mind. If a claim is made, your E&O policy can help cover your legal fees and expenses related to allegations of negligence or errors related to your notarizations.
How to file your Louisiana Notary bond
Once you have your bond, you can proceed with the filing.
To file your bond with the Secretary of State as a commissioned Louisiana Notary, you’ll need to submit:
- The original or certified true copy of your bond (signed by the parish clerk of court)
- Your official notarial signature form
- Your original oath of office
- The required state filing fee
Ex officio Notaries will need to file their bond and the appropriate forms to be appointed by the Secretary of State.
How a Louisiana Notary Bond works
The bond is a safeguard for the public, providing financial compensation for negligence or misconduct by a Notary.
- If a signer suffers financial harm due to a Notary’s negligence or misconduct, they can file a claim against your bond.
- If the Notary is found at fault, the bond will pay the financial damage up to the bond coverage amount.
- As a form of liability, you’re required to pay back the bond provider if a claim is paid out from your bond.
How will I receive my bond?
New Louisiana Notaries must confirm with us that they’ve passed the state’s exam before we can process your bond. Most bonds will be emailed. Certain parishes, such as Tangipahoa and Hammond, require the original bond to be mailed.