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According to Ala. Code §36-20-3, Alabama requires a $5,000 surety bond from an admitted insurer. Most applicants receive instant approval with no credit check. You must file your bond with your county probate judge along with your notary application.

What Are the Alabama Notary Requirements?

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be a resident of the county where applying
  • Must be able to read and write
  • Must complete Alabama Law Institute training
  • Must post $5,000 surety bond
  • Must take oath of office before Judge of Probate
  • Cannot have felony conviction unless pardoned
  • Cannot be in bankruptcy proceedings
  • Must not be adjudicated incapacitated

September 2023 Changes: Bond amount increased from $25,000 to $50,000. Training now mandatory for all non-attorney applicants within 30 days of application.

How to Get Your Alabama Notary Bond

1

Verify Eligibility

Confirm you meet Alabama requirements: 18+ years old, county resident, able to read/write, no felony conviction (unless pardoned), not in bankruptcy.

2

Purchase Your $5,000 Bond

Get instant approval with no credit check. Download your bond certificate immediately. Typical cost: $35-55 for the full 4-year term.

3

Apply Through County Probate Judge

Submit application and bond to your county probate judge with $10 application fee and $25 commission fee. Training must be completed within 30 days.

4

Complete Training & Take Oath

Finish the Alabama Law Institute online training program. Take your oath of office before the Judge of Probate to receive your commission.

Serving Notaries Throughout Alabama

We serve all major cities and towns across Alabama:

Birmingham
Montgomery
Mobile
Huntsville
Tuscaloosa
Hoover
Dothan
Auburn
Decatur
Madison
Florence
Gadsden

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an Alabama notary bond cost?+
According to Ala. Code §36-20-3, Alabama requires a $5,000 notary bond. This one-time premium covers your entire commission period. Most applicants qualify for instant approval.
What are the Alabama notary bond requirements?+
Alabama requires all notaries to obtain a $5,000 surety bond before commissioning. The bond must be filed with your county probate judge and remain active for the entire 4-year commission period.
Do I need to complete training to become an Alabama notary?+
Yes, Alabama requires all new and renewal notary applicants (except attorneys) to complete an online training program prepared by the Alabama Law Institute and Alabama Probate Judges Association within 30 days after submitting the application. This training requirement is mandatory for all non-attorney applicants.
How do I apply for an Alabama notary commission?+
To become an Alabama notary: 1) Apply through your county probate judge, 2) Purchase a $5,000 surety bond, 3) Complete the required Alabama Law Institute training within 30 days, 4) Pay the $10 application fee and $25 commission fee to the probate judge, 5) Take the oath of office before the Judge of Probate, 6) File your bond with the probate judge.
Who appoints Alabama notaries public?+
Alabama notaries are appointed and commissioned by the probate judge in the county where they reside. Unlike many states where the Secretary of State handles notary commissions, Alabama uses a county-based system. The probate judge reports each new commission to the Alabama Secretary of State.
How much are the Alabama notary application fees?+
Alabama notary application fees total $35 plus bond cost. This includes a $10 application fee and a $25 commission issuance fee, both paid to your county probate judge. The bond premium ($35-55 for 4 years) is separate and paid to your surety provider.
How long is an Alabama notary commission valid?+
Alabama notary commissions are valid for 4 years from the date of issuance. You must renew your commission, complete new training, and purchase a new $5,000 bond before your commission expires to maintain continuous notary authority.
Can Alabama notaries perform remote online notarizations?+
Yes, Alabama enacted the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act (URPERA) which allows for electronic notarizations. Alabama notaries who wish to perform remote online notarizations (RON) must comply with additional requirements and technology standards established by Alabama law.
What fees can Alabama notaries charge?+
Alabama law does not set maximum notary fees by statute—notaries can charge what the market will bear. Most Alabama notaries charge $5-10 per signature. Mobile notaries often charge $25-75 plus travel for on-site real estate closings in Birmingham, Montgomery, or Huntsville.

Official Resources

Alabama Secretary of State

Official notary information and requirements

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U.S. Treasury Surety Bonds

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Official Alabama Requirements

"Alabama law requires notary publics to obtain a surety bond in the amount of $5,000."
Alabama Secretary of State • Ala. Code §36-20-3
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Other States

Georgia
$10,000 Required
Florida
$7,500 Required
Mississippi
$5,000 Required
Tennessee
$10,000 Required

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