Kansas 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 Kansas
- Regulating Body: The Kansas Secretary of State
- Bond Amount: $12,000
- Premium Price: $50–$90 based on E&O coverage
What Is a Kansas Notary Bond?
A Kansas notary bond ensures that notaries follow the law and act ethically. All notaries public in Kansas need a $12,000 surety bond.
By filing this surety bond, you agree to perform all duties as required by law. The bond protects your clients if you fail to do so.
How Much Do Notary Bonds Cost?
Kansas notary bonds cost a low, flat rate of $50 for four years of coverage plus $10,000 of errors and omission (E&O). If you want more protection, you can add on extra E&O coverage. Buy your bond online in minutes.
SuretyBonds.com offers the lowest available rates from our nationwide provider network with no added fees.
Bond and E&O Requirements for Kansas Notaries
All notaries in Kansas need a $12,000 surety bond, which comes with E&O coverage. Here’s how they work together:
- Surety Bond: Can reimburse clients for notary malpractice or serious professional mistakes
- E&O Coverage: Protects a notary if a client takes legal action due to accidental errors or omissions
Put simply: the notary bond protects your clients while E&O insurance protects you.
How Do I Get My Notary Bond?
You can get your Kansas notary bond in minutes on this page. It only takes three steps:
- Select your coverage option
- Enter your information
- Provide payment details
We’ll email you the official bond in minutes. If you don’t see it in your inbox, please check your junk folder.
How Does a Notary Bond Work?
When you file a Kansas notary bond, you enter a legally-binding contract with two other parties.
| Bond Party | Description |
|---|---|
| 1) Principal | You, the bonded notary public |
| 2) Obligee | The Kansas Secretary of State |
| 3) Surety | Us, the issuing surety provider |
By purchasing a notary bond, you agree to notarize documents and perform other duties as required by law. If you don’t, harmed clients can file a bond claim to recover damages.
How Do I Renew My Bond?
Kansas notary bonds last for four 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 to Become a Notary Public in Kansas
The Kansas Secretary of State enforces commission requirements and manages applications. Follow these five steps to complete the application process.
You can learn more in our complete How to Get a Kansas Notary Public Commission guide.
When Will My Commission Expire?
Kansas notary commissions run for four-year terms and do not automatically renew. The state advises filing renewal paperwork 90 days before your current commission expires.
