Everything You Need to Become a Texas Notary, All in One Place
Welcome to the American Association of Notaries. Since 1994, we've helped hundreds of thousands of people
in Texas and across the country become notaries. With our guidance and expertise, you will become
a skilled Texas notary capable of providing accurate and efficient notarial services.
That is our mission.
The American Association of Notaries is the only source you need to become a Texas notary. We can assist you with:
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Notary Stamps
Our notary stamps conform to Texas notary law requirements and are manufactured in-house using only the highest-quality materials.
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Notary Seals
All of our notary seal embossers are laser engraved and require minimal effort to produce sharp raised notary seal impressions.
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Notary Supplies
The AAN is one of the nation's top providers of quality notary supplies. We offer a lifetime warranty on all of our notary supplies.
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Our notary journals are easy to use and conform to Texas notary laws. Every notary supplies order includes a free e-notary guide.
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When the Signer is NOT the Appointment Setter
It happens all the time. You get the call for a notary job and the person who’s arranging the appointment is NOT the person who will be signing the documents. Their mom is in the hospital and needs a POA. Their dad is in the nursing home and wants to transfer property with a quitclaim deed . The person requiring the service has entrusted someone else with the responsibility of securing your services. When this happens, follow these three tips to ensure that the signing goes smoothly:
Application to Become a Texas Notary
To become a Texas notary, an individual must meet the eligibility requirements (i.e., be over the age 18 and a state resident) and complete and submit a signed notary application Form #2301 (Application for Appointment as Texas Notary Public). Along with the form, applicants must submit proof of a $10,000 notary bond and a $21.00 application fee.
How to Become a Notary in Texas:
Compared to other states, Texas has few eligibility requirements to become a notary. The process to become a notary is simple and affordable (only $89.95) for a four-year Texas notary term. To become a notary in Texas, you must be:
- 18 years of age or older
- A legal resident of the State of Texas
- Have no felony convictions or a crime involving moral turpitude.
Follow the steps below to become a notary in Texas:
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Complete a Texas notary application on our website (or print and mail it to us). Our Texas notary application wizard will guide you step-by-step through the notary application process. You also have the option to e-sign the application online(eliminating the need to print and mail your notary application). For faster approval, we file all Texas notary applications electronically with the Texas Secretary of State.
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Purchase a four-year $10,000 notary bond (required by Texas law). This bond protects the public from errors made by the notary. You can purchase the bond while completing the online application process. The cost of the bond is only $50.00 for a four-year term.
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Purchase a notary stamp and a notary journal to authenticate and record notarized documents (required by Texas notary law). All our Texas notary stamps and seals are made in house and come with a life-time warranty. No questions asked! We will ship your notary supplies once we receive confirmation from the state that you are approved as a Texas notary.
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Take the oath of office before a notary. Once your notary application is approved, the Texas Secretary of State will supply you with the oath of office form. Take the oath of office before another notary and keep the form in your records. The whole notary application process takes around seven to fourteen working days if the information on the notary application is completed correctly.
Texas notary bonds and errors and omissions insurance policies provided by this insurance agency, the American Association of Notaries, Inc., are underwritten by Western Surety Company (established 1900). American Association of Notaries is owned by Kal Tabbara, a licensed insurance agent in Texas.