Indiana Notary Public Bond

Getting your Indiana notary commission begins with a $25,000 bond. Turn it in to the Indiana Secretary of State. It is quick to set up.

Bond Amount
$25,000
Typical Premium
$50–$120 (8-year term)
Term
8 Years
Required By
Indiana Secretary of State
Instant Approval
Most applicants approved on the spot
No Credit Check
Fixed price — credit doesn't matter
Same-Day Bond
Delivered fast, often in minutes
Secure Checkout
Encrypted, trusted online process

What Is the Indiana Notary Public Bond?

A Indiana notary bond is a $25,000 surety bond. The state asks for it before you can start notarizing.

The main thing to know: it protects the public, not you. If a notary mistake costs someone money, they can claim against it for up to $25,000. You then pay the surety back.

The bond does not cover your own costs. For that, add an E&O policy. It is cheap and optional.

Who Needs This Bond in Indiana?

How to Get Bonded — Step by Step

  1. Start your Indiana application.
  2. Buy your $25,000 bond on this page — fast, with no credit check.
  3. Turn in the bond with the Indiana Secretary of State.
  4. Get commissioned and buy your stamp.

Renewal & Continuous Bond Coverage

Your Indiana commission runs eight years. Line up a new bond before it ends so your authority never drops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Indiana notary bond protect me?

No. The bond protects the public, not you. If the surety pays a claim, you pay the surety back. For your own protection, add an errors and omissions (E&O) policy.

How fast can I get my Indiana notary bond?

Approval is usually instant. You can have your bond the same day, often in minutes.

How much does a Indiana notary bond cost?

Notary bonds are a fixed price with no credit check. The fee covers the whole term — not the full bond amount.

How a Surety Bond Works

A notary bond is a type of surety bond. The picture below shows the three parties and what happens if someone files a claim.

Diagram of how a surety bond works: the obligee requires the bond, the principal applies and signs an indemnity agreement, and the surety issues the bond; if the principal fails, the obligee files a claim, the surety investigates and may pay, and the principal reimburses the surety.

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