Idaho Notary Bond Overview
- Purpose: To protect the public and the state from illegal notary actions
- Who Needs It: Any person applying to become a public notary in Idaho
- Regulating Body: The Idaho Secretary of State
- Bond Amount: $10,000
- Premium Price: $50–$130 based on E&O coverage
What Is an Idaho Notary Bond?
An Idaho notary bond protects clients and the general public from financial loss if a notary breaks the law. All notaries public in Idaho need a $10,000 surety bond.
How Much Do Notary Bonds Cost?
Idaho notary bonds cost a low, flat rate of $50 for six years of coverage.
Want extra protection? Add on optional errors and omissions (E&O) coverage for just $40–$90 more. Buy your bond in minutes.
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Bond and E&O Requirements for Idaho Notaries
A notary bond protects your clients. Errors and omissions insurance protects you.
- Surety Bond: Can reimburse clients for notary malpractice or serious professional mistakes
- E&O Insurance: Protects a notary if a client takes legal action due to accidental errors or omissions
All notaries in Idaho need $10,000 bond coverage and can choose optional E&O coverage.
How to Get Your Notary Bond
You can get your Idaho notary bond in minutes using the form on this page. It only takes three steps:
- Select your E&O coverage option
- Enter your name and address
- Provide payment details
We’ll email you the bond right after you check out. If you don’t see the bond in 5–10 minutes, please check your junk folder.
How Does a Notary Bond Work?
When you file a Idaho notary bond, you enter a legally-binding contract with two other parties.
- Principal: The bonded notary public
- Obligee: The Idaho Secretary of State
- Surety: The issuing surety provider
If you break the bond terms, anyone harmed can file a claim on the bond. If a claim is valid, the surety reimburses the damages up to the $10,000 bond amount.
How Do I Renew My Notary Bond?
Idaho notary bonds last for six years. If you renew your notary commission, you’ll also need to renew the surety bond.
We’ll send out helpful reminders during the renewal period. Just pay the renewal premium and we’ll issue a bond form for the next term.
Can I Make Changes to My Bond?
If you need to update information on your bond form like a name or address, contact your surety company. You can reach us at [email protected] with the change request.
When possible, we issue free bond rider forms to amend existing bond forms.
How Do I Become a Notary Public in Idaho?
To become an appointed notary public in Idaho, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a citizen or permanent legal resident of the U.S.
- Be an Idaho resident or practice business in Idaho
- Be fluent in English
- Have not been removed from office for misconduct or convicted of a serious crime
Learn step-by-step details on how to become an Idaho notary public in our comprehensive guide.
