Louisiana Notary Bond
What is a notary bond?
A notary bond is a three-party agreement designed to protect the public from financial loss resulting from a notary’s negligence or misconduct. The bonding company (surety) guarantees to the Louisiana Secretary of State that it will cover any valid claims made by the public—up to $50,000—during the notary’s commission term. If a claim is paid, the surety company will seek reimbursement from the notary for the amount paid on their behalf.
Who needs a Louisiana notary bond?
Louisiana law requires all applicants for a notary commission to maintain a $50,000 notary bond as a guarantee that they will perform their notarial duties faithfully. To keep your Louisiana notary commission current, you must renew your notary bond every five years.
Where can I purchase a five-year, $50,000 Louisiana notary bond?
Louisiana requires notaries to purchase a $50,000 Louisiana notary bond from a licensed surety company authorized to do business in the state. You can conveniently purchase your Louisiana notary bond directly through this website. All bonds are issued by CNA Surety. Your notary bond will be available for immediate download upon checkout. Click below to order your $50,000 Louisiana notary bond.
How do I file my notary bond with the Louisiana Secretary of State?
When you pass the notary exam and register your official signature and oath of office with your parish clerk of court, you’ll need to file your notary bond, official signature page, and oath of office with the Louisiana Secretary of State.
Click here for more information on how to file the forms and notary bond by mail.
Cick here to learn how to file them online.
Notary bonds and errors and omissions insurance policies provided by this insurance agency, American Association of Notaries, Inc., are underwritten by Western Surety Company, Universal Surety of America, or Surety Bonding Company of America, which are subsidiaries of CNA Surety.