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How to become a Notary in Texas
✅ Checklist: Texas Notary Commission Process
State requirements and step-by-step instructions on how to apply for your Texas Notary Public commission.
📋 1. Meet Eligibility Requirements
🔹 Be 18 or older
🔹 Reside in Texas
🔹 Have no felony or moral turpitude convictions
🎯 2. Understand What’s Required
🎯 $10,000 Notary Bond (mandatory!)
📑 No training or exam is required—but it helps to feel prepared
💡 Pro Tip: Even though Texas doesn’t mandate training, I recommend starting with a crash course to avoid mistakes and build confidence.
🖥️ 3. Apply Through the State Portal
💻 Fill out the application online with the Secretary of State
📧 Wait for a confirmation email
📝 4. If Approved…
📩 You’ll get instructions to download your Notary Commission
✍️ You must sign under oath in front of another notary (not yourself!)
❌ If Denied…
📨 You’ll get an email with next steps to reapply or appeal
📦 5. Final Steps
🔹 Order your Notary stamp & journal
🔹 Consider E&O insurance
🔹 Bookmark the SOS Portal for future updates
Additional resources: https://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/edinfo.shtml
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