How to Become a Notary in Utah

The Office of the Utah Lt. Governor commissions all notaries. A notary public is an individual authorized to witness or attest a signature, administer an oath or affirmation, certify an oath, take acknowledgements, and attest to a copy.

All notaries operate according to Utah Code Title 46 Ch. 1: Notaries Public Reform Act. Learn how to become a public notary in Utah by following the steps below.

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How to Get a Utah Notary Public Certification in 7 Steps

To be receive a notary commission in Utah, you must meet these eligibility requirements first:

Be at least 18 years old
Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
Be proficient in English
Be a legal resident or employed within Utah for at least 30 days

If you’re eligible, follow the steps below to apply.

Step 1: Create a Utah.gov notary account

The Utah notary application process is completely online. Create an account with your information as you intend to have it on all impending documents. You’ll complete the remaining steps through this online portal.

Step 2: Take the Utah notary public exam

All notaries must pass the Utah notary public exam. Before you begin, study the following materials:

Once you feel ready, take the exam. Be prepared to pay the $95 testing fee at the conclusion of the exam. If you fail, you can retake the exam for an additional fee.

Step 3: Submit your background check

In the notary portal, input all necessary information for the state to run a background check. They will notify you if there is an issue, otherwise proceed with the following steps.

Step 4: Purchase your $5,000 notary bond

Next, purchase a $5,000 notary bond. Most notaries also purchase errors and omissions (E&O) coverage to avoid paying legal fees for minor mistakes.

Get your Utah notary bond plus $5,000 of E&O for just $50 with SuretyBonds.com!

Step 5: Notarize your oath of office

Find a certified notary to administer and witness your oath of office.

Step 6: Submit all documents for approval

Upload your bond form and oath of office to your notary portal. Make sure all of your contact information is correct. Once approved, the state will email your certificate.

Step 7: Purchase notary supplies

Finally, buy a stamp to imprint your seal. Your seal must include:

Your name
The words "notary public", "state of Utah," and "my commission expires on (commission expiration date)"
Your notary commission number
An exact copy of the great seal of the state
A rectangular border no larger than 1”x2.5”

It is also strongly recommended that all notaries keep a journal.

How to Renew Your Utah Notary Public Certificate

A Utah notary commission is valid for four years. You can renew your commission within 60 days of your expiration. Here’s the steps to renew:

Complete the renewal application
Purchase and file a new surety bond
Make any necessary changes to your current seal

How Much Does It Cost to Get a Utah Notary Public Certificate

The following costs are associated with a Utah notary application:

Testing/Application Fee: $95
Surety Bond & E&O: $50-$130
Notary Supplies: $25-$50

Your cost to become a licensed notary in Utah will likely total $170–$275. Exact pricing will vary depending on the bond and supply vendors you choose. The ranges above are estimates.

How to Become a Remote Online Notary in Utah

To become a remote online notary (RON) in Oklahoma, you must be commissioned as a public notary first. Then, follow these steps to get your RON certificate:

Fill out the RON application
Be hired or contracted by an approved Utah vendor
Buy a new $10,000 notary bond or increase the coverage on your current bond
Get your electronic seal
Email your bond, application and PDF file seal to [email protected]
Pay the $50 application filing fee and wait for approval

Contact your SuretyBonds.com account manager if you need to increase your bond amount to meet the higher RON coverage requirements.

More Resources

Utah State Capitol: RON application process

How to Become a Notary Public in Utah