If you want to become a Utah Notary, you must complete the following steps:
- Meet all of Utah's eligibility requirements.
- Create an account on the Lieutenant Governor's website.
- Take the written exam.
- Pay the $95 test and administration fee.
- Submit a waiver for a criminal background check.
- Get a $5,000 surety bond.
- Get your oath of office notarized.
- Receive your Certificate of Authority of Notary Public via email.
- Buy your Notary seal stamp.
About the Utah Notary Process
The term of a Utah Notary Public commission is four years. Find more information on applying for a Notary commission in the Beehive State here.
Cost to Become a UT Notary
The cost to become a Notary in Utah is approximately $185 depending on where you get your surety bond and Notary stamp.
| Expense |
Cost |
| Application and test fees |
$95 |
| $5,000 surety bond |
$40 |
| Notary seal |
$30 |
| Notarization fees |
$20 |
| Total Cost |
$185 |
Commission Processing Length
According to the Lieutenant Governor's website, it takes approximately two weeks to process your application.
Utah Notary Public Requirements
Wondering how you can qualify to become a UT Notary? Read on below.
Eligibility
There are basic qualifications for a person to become a Notary in Utah. All applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a resident of Utah, or be employed in the state, for at least 30 days
- Be able to read, write and understand English
- Be a citizen of or have permanent resident status in the U.S.
- Be free of any disqualifying offenses or license revocations
Background Check
All Notary applicants are required to undergo a criminal background check. Complete, sign and submit a waiver to the Lieutenant Governor's office. They will forward your information to the Department of Human Resource Management to conduct the screening. The Department will provide the information they gather to the Lieutenant Governor.
Exam
Passing an exam is required to become a Utah Notary. To take the exam, create an account on Utah.gov. A score of 61 points or higher is required to pass.
At the end of the exam, pay $40 for the exam and $55 for the application fee. Your exam is automatically submitted, and results are immediate.
If you don't pass on your first try, you may retake the test within 30 days for $40. After 30 days, the retake fee is $95.
Notary Supplies
A Notary seal is required. Your Notary seal must be a purple-inked stamp for traditional notarizations. You may also use an embosser in addition to the inked stamp. The seal shape must be rectangular with a border no larger than 1" x 2.5" surrounding the following information:
- Your name as it appears on your commission
- The words "Notary Public"
- The words "State of Utah"
- The words "My commission expires _______ (date)"
- Your commission number
- Facsimile of the Great Seal of Utah
A second seal can help you avoid downtime if your seal is ever misplaced, and an embosser can help add an additional layer of fraud prevention security.
While a Notary journal is not required by law, Utah considers it a best practice for Notaries to use a Notary record book.
Surety Bond
A $5,000 four-year surety bond is required for Utah Notaries. Upload the bond form through the Lieutenant’s online system.
A Notary errors and omissions (E&O) insurance policy is strongly recommended to protect yourself from legal expenses. Learn the benefits of E&O here.
Oath of Office
Bring your oath of office to a Utah Notary for notarization. Submit it to the Lieutenant Governor online. Once processed, your Certificate of Authority of Notary Public will be sent to your email.
Sign the certificate in front of another Notary and present a copy of the certificate to a Notary seal manufacturer.
Utah Notary Public FAQs
Below are answers to the most common questions about being a Utah Notary.
Which state government office handles Notaries?
The Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor, located in Salt Lake City, UT, issues Notary Public commissions.
What kind of training will I need?
Where will I be able to notarize?
You may notarize anywhere in the state of Utah.
Who can I notarize for?
You may notarize for everyone, excluding yourself. You cannot notarize your own signature except in case of a self-proved will as provided in Section 75-2-504, nor can you notarize documents you are named in or would benefit from. Utah law doesn't specifically prohibit notarizing for a spouse or relative or for a spouse's business.
If you perform notarizations as part of your employment, your employer may limit the notarizations you perform during your work hours.
Traditional Notaries may not perform notarizations for signers outside of Utah unless you've received authorization to perform a remote notarization.
What fees can UT Notaries charge for notarizations?
The Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor authorizes Utah Notaries to charge $10 per signature. An additional fee for travel may be charged.
Utah Notaries are also required to display a fee schedule of notarial acts in English and may have other non-English-language fee schedules posted as well.
What should I do if I move or change my name?
If you move or change your name, you must notify the Lieutenant Governor within 30 days after the change.
- For address changes: Provide the new address either by phone, email, fax or online. If you move out of state, you must resign your commission.
- For name changes: Provide the Lt. Governor your new name, including official documentation of the name change, and a bond policy rider. You'll also need to get an official seal with your new name.
What is the process to renew my Notary Public commission?
According to the Lieutenant Governor's website, there isn't an official process to renew as a Utah Notary. If your legal name hasn't changed, you may use your current username and password to update your information and take the exam. If your name has changed, you'll need to create a new account.
What do I need to know about remote online notarization in Utah?
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Last updated: Oct 1, 2025