AZ Notary Renewal Process 2

Question 1

How far in advance should an Arizona notary begin the renewal process before their commission expires?

Accepted Answer

30-60 days

Answer

1 week

Answer

6 months

Answer

The day before expiration

Question 2

What happens if an Arizona notary's commission expires before they complete the renewal?

Accepted Answer

They must immediately stop performing notarial acts

Answer

They have a 30-day grace period

Answer

They can continue if the renewal application was submitted

Answer

Their previous notarizations become invalid

Question 3

Must an Arizona notary obtain a new surety bond when renewing their commission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a new bond is required for each commission term

Answer

No, the original bond covers all renewals

Answer

Only if a claim was made against the previous bond

Answer

Only every other renewal

Question 4

Does an Arizona notary need to purchase a new seal when renewing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because the expiration date on the seal will have changed

Answer

No, the old seal remains valid

Answer

Only if the seal is physically worn

Answer

Only if they changed their name

Question 5

Can an Arizona notary continue using their old journal after renewing their commission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they can continue using the same journal with a new section

Answer

No, a new journal is required for each term

Answer

Only if less than half the pages are used

Answer

Only with Secretary of State approval

Question 6

What is the fee for renewing an Arizona notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Same as the initial application fee

Answer

Free for renewals

Answer

Double the initial application fee

Answer

Half the initial application fee