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According to A.R.S. §41-312, Arizona requires a $5,000 surety bond. Most applicants receive instant approval with no credit check. Starting July 2025, all applicants must pass a competency exam.

New Exam Requirement Starting July 1, 2025

All new and renewing Arizona notaries must pass a 45-question examination with 80% passing grade. Exam available starting May 1, 2025 at Prometric testing sites. Cost: $46.75.

What Are the Arizona Notary Requirements?

Basic Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Arizona resident or work in AZ
U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
No felony convictions (unless restored)

Application Process

Purchase $5,000 surety bond
Complete application via SOS portal
Have signature notarized on bond
Submit with $43 filing fee

How to Become an Arizona Notary

Get Your Bond

Purchase $5,000 bond

Complete Application

Via SOS portal

Pass Exam

80% on 45 questions

Receive Commission

4-6 weeks processing

Where Do Arizona Notaries Work?

Phoenix Metro Area

Phoenix & Scottsdale: Major corporate presence, real estate transactions, healthcare documentation. Scottsdale has luxury market demand.

Mesa & Tempe: ASU student population, growing tech sector, residential real estate.

Gilbert & Chandler: Rapidly growing suburbs with new home construction and family documents.

Southern & Northern Arizona

Tucson: University of Arizona, aerospace/defense industry, border commerce documentation.

Flagstaff: NAU student market, tourism industry, ski resort employment docs.

Yuma & Sierra Vista: Military bases (MCAS Yuma, Fort Huachuca), deployment documents, POAs.

Arizona Notary Bond FAQs

How much does an Arizona notary bond cost?

According to A.R.S. §41-312, Arizona requires a $5,000 notary bond. This one-time premium covers your entire commission period. Most applicants qualify for instant approval.

What are the Arizona notary bond requirements?

Arizona requires all notaries to obtain a $5,000 notary bond before commissioning. The bond must be purchased in duplicate - original filed with Secretary of State, duplicate retained by applicant.

Do I need to take an exam to become an Arizona notary?

Yes, beginning July 1, 2025, all new and renewing Arizona notaries must pass a 45-question examination with 80% passing grade. The exam costs $46.75 and can be taken at Prometric testing sites or remotely.

How do I get a notary bond in Arizona?

Apply online, pay the premium ($50-80), receive your bond certificate instantly, print two copies, and file the original with Arizona Secretary of State along with your application.

Do I need to keep a journal as an Arizona notary?

Yes, Arizona law requires notaries to maintain a sequential journal of all notarial acts including date, printed full name, address, and signature of each person.

Can I perform remote online notarizations in Arizona?

Yes, Arizona allows remote online notarizations for notaries who have completed additional requirements. RON acts must also be recorded in your notary journal.

How long is an Arizona notary commission valid?

Arizona notary commissions are valid for 4 years from the date of commission. You must renew before expiration and, starting July 2025, pass the new competency exam for renewal as well.

How much does it cost to become an Arizona notary?

Total costs include: $50-80 for your $5,000 surety bond, $43 filing fee to the Secretary of State, $46.75 exam fee (starting July 2025), plus notary seal ($15-30) and journal ($10-20). Budget around $130-180 total.

What fees can Arizona notaries charge?

Arizona sets maximum notary fees at $10 per signature for most notarial acts. Notaries may charge less but cannot exceed this limit. Travel fees for mobile services are not regulated and are negotiable between the notary and client.

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Official Arizona Notary Resources

Arizona Secretary of State

Official notary requirements, applications, and new exam information.

U.S. Treasury Surety Bond Program

Official list of authorized surety companies.

Official Arizona Requirements

"State law requires applicants to purchase a four-year $5,000 notary bond."

Arizona Secretary of State • A.R.S. §41-312

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