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Mississippi Notary Bond$5,000 • 4-Year Term

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According to Miss. Code Ann. §25-33-3, Mississippi 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 the Mississippi Secretary of State within 60 days of application submission.

What Are the Mississippi Notary Requirements?

Must be 18 years or older
Must be a Mississippi resident
Must be able to read and write
Must post $5,000 surety bond
Must file bond within 60 days of application
Must pay application fee to Secretary of State
Must take oath of office before chancery or circuit clerk

Critical Deadline: Mississippi requires bond filing within 60 days of application submission. Missing this deadline voids your commission and requires restarting the entire process.

How to Get Your Mississippi Notary Bond

Verify Eligibility

Confirm you are 18+, a Mississippi resident, and can read and write. No exam or formal education required.

Submit Application

Submit your notary application to the Mississippi Secretary of State. This starts your 60-day bond filing deadline.

Purchase Your $5,000 Bond

Get instant approval with no credit check. Download your bond certificate immediately. Typical cost: $40-80 for the full 4-year term.

File Bond & Take Oath

File your bond with the Secretary of State within 60 days. Take your oath before your county chancery or circuit clerk to complete the process.

Serving Notaries Throughout Mississippi

We serve all major cities and towns across Mississippi:

Jackson

Gulfport

Southaven

Hattiesburg

Biloxi

Meridian

Tupelo

Greenville

Olive Branch

Horn Lake

Clinton

Madison

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Mississippi notary bond cost?+

According to Miss. Code Ann. §25-33-3, Mississippi requires a $5,000 notary bond. This one-time premium covers your entire commission period. Most applicants qualify for instant approval.

Is an exam required for Mississippi notaries?+

No, Mississippi does not require any examination or formal education courses for notary commissions. This makes Mississippi one of the more accessible states for becoming a notary public, requiring only the $5,000 bond, application, oath, and basic eligibility criteria.

Can I get a Mississippi notary bond with bad credit?+

Yes! Mississippi notary bonds typically qualify for instant approval with no credit check for most applicants. Your credit score generally does not affect approval or pricing for these surety bonds.

How long is a Mississippi notary commission valid?+

Mississippi notary commissions are valid for 4 years from the date of issuance. You must renew your bond and commission before expiration to continue serving as a notary in Mississippi.

What is the 60-day filing deadline in Mississippi?+

After submitting your notary application to the Mississippi Secretary of State, you have 60 days to file your $5,000 surety bond. Missing this deadline will void your application, requiring you to restart the entire process including paying application fees again.

How do I file my Mississippi notary bond?+

After purchasing your bond, you must file it with the Mississippi Secretary of State Business Services Division in Jackson within 60 days of submitting your application. The bond can be filed by mail to P.O. Box 136, Jackson, MS 39205-0136, or following procedures on the Secretary of State website.

Where do I take the oath of office in Mississippi?+

Mississippi notaries must take their oath of office before the chancery clerk or circuit clerk of the county in which they reside. After receiving your commission from the Secretary of State, contact your county clerk's office to schedule your oath administration.

Should I purchase E&O insurance in Mississippi?+

While not legally required, errors and omissions (E&O) insurance is strongly recommended for Mississippi notaries. The $5,000 bond protects the public but requires you to reimburse the surety. E&O insurance protects you personally and typically costs $25-50 annually for $25,000-50,000 in coverage.

Official Resources

Mississippi Secretary of State

Official notary resources, applications, and filing instructions

Visit sos.ms.gov →

U.S. Treasury Surety Bonds

Learn about surety bonds and the federal program

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Official Mississippi Requirements

"Mississippi law requires notary publics to obtain a surety bond in the amount of $5,000."

Mississippi Secretary of State • Miss. Code Ann. §25-33-3

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