Notary Public
Nevada
Notary Public Commission Requirements
4 years
Commission Term
before renewal
Yes
Education Required
online allowed
Yes
Exam Required
state exam
$10,000
Bond Required
surety bond
Application Process
VerifiedEnroll in and pass the Nevada Notary Public Training Course and Exam ($45 fee) through the Secretary of State's online portal.
Purchase a 4-year, $10,000 surety bond from an authorized bonding company.
Submit the state application and pay the $35 application fee online through SilverFlume portal.
File the bond and oath with the county clerk's office (~$20 filing fee).
Purchase an inked rubber stamp meeting Nevada requirements.
Purchase a tangible, bound journal with pre-printed page numbers.
Receive commission certificate and begin notarizing (processing typically takes 2-3 weeks).
Basic Requirements
Minimum Age
18 years old
Residency
Must be a Nevada resident. Non-residents from adjoining states (California, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Arizona) may qualify if regularly employed or conducting business in Nevada.
Citizenship
Not explicitly stated in Nevada statutes as a requirement
Background Check
Not required
Education & Exam Requirements
Education
RequiredAll new and renewing notaries must complete the state-mandated Nevada Notary Public Training Course offered by the Secretary of State's office. The course and exam are combined and administered online.
Online courses: Allowed
Exam
RequiredMust pass the Nevada Notary Commission Exam administered as part of the state training course. If the exam is failed, applicant must wait at least 24 hours before retaking.
Administered by: Nevada Secretary of State
Bond, Insurance & Seal
Surety Bond
Required$10,000
A 4-year, $10,000 surety bond from an authorized bonding company is required. The bond must be filed with the county clerk before the state commission is issued.
Errors & Omissions Insurance
Not RequiredE&O insurance is optional but recommended for personal liability protection.
Seal / Stamp
RequiredInked rubber stamp required (embossers are insufficient). Rectangular format, maximum 1 inch by 2.5 inches with border. Must include: notary's name, 'Notary Public, State of Nevada', commission expiration date, and commission number.
Fee Breakdown
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $35 |
Bond Premium Cost varies by bonding company for the 4-year, $10,000 surety bond | $50-$90 |
Stamp / Seal Purchased from private vendors | $20-$40 |
Education Course Combined training course and exam fee paid to the Secretary of State | $45 |
Total Estimated Cost Application ($35) + training/exam ($45) + bond ($50-$90) + stamp ($20-$40) + county clerk filing (~$20) | $150-$210 |
Commission Term & Renewal
Commission Term
4 years
Renewal Process
Same process as initial application: complete training/exam, obtain new bond, file application and pay fees. Must renew before expiration to avoid lapse; no grace period.
Renewal Fee
$35
Remote Online Notarization (RON)
Nevada permits commissioned notaries to perform Remote Online Notarizations (RON) using audio-video technology. Requires separate registration as an Electronic Notary Public (eNotary) with a $50 fee and additional training.
Additional Requirements
Must hold active Nevada notary commission, register as eNotary with SOS ($50 fee), complete additional eNotary training, use approved technology provider.
Important Notes
What Makes Nevada Unique
Nevada is one of the few states that requires both a mandatory state-administered training course AND exam for all notary applicants, including renewals. The state also has specific requirements for notarial act fees with set maximums.
Nevada requires both training AND an exam for all new and renewing notaries, which is more rigorous than many states.
A tangible, bound journal with pre-printed page numbers is mandatory for all traditional paper notarizations.
Non-residents from adjoining states (CA, OR, ID, UT, AZ) may qualify if regularly employed in Nevada.
Embossers alone are insufficient; an inked rubber stamp is required.
No grace period after commission expiration; must renew before expiration.
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