Completed notary public applications are submitted to the Texas Secretary of State for processing and approval.
The term of a Texas notary public commission is four years, after which it must be renewed.
Notary training courses are optional in Texas, but completing the application and obtaining a surety bond are required.
Texas requires notary public applicants to obtain a $10,000 surety bond as part of the application process.
The first step is to complete and submit the Texas Notary Public Application, which can be done online or via mail.
