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