Utah Notary Bond
What is a Utah notary bond?
Utah law requires all notaries in the state to post a $5,000 notary bond to qualify for a 4-year commission. The bond serves as a financial guarantee that the notary will fulfill their duties under the law and won’t engage in fraudulent or illegal activities. In short, it protects the public from monetary losses if their notary makes a mistake or violates the surety contract.
Get Your Notary Bond in Utah:
How much do notary bonds in Utah cost?
Notaries must use this bond to guarantee the State of Utah that they will pay up to $5,000 in losses incurred by the public. Your bond will cost only a fraction of that price.
ZipBonds offers a $5,000 notary bond with or without errors and omissions insurance for $100. Apply online for instant approval (without a credit check) or by calling (888) 435-4191.
Who needs a notary surety bond in Utah?
Anyone who wishes to become a notary public in Utah must obtain a $5,000 notary bond. The bond protects the public from errors or misconduct during notarization and provides a financial safeguard if a notary public violates the law.
How do I file my notary bond?
To obtain a notary bond, applicants must find a reputable bonding agency authorized to issue notary bonds in Utah (like ZipBonds). The applicant must provide basic information, including their name, address, and information about their notary public commission. Once approved, the surety provider will issue the bond.
To continue working as a notary public, you must renew your bond before your four-year commission ends. ZipBonds will notify you well before your bond expires, so you don’t miss the deadline!
How do I become a notary public in Utah?
The Office of the Utah Lieutenant Government allows traditional and remote online notaries. Here’s an overview of the application process:
- Meet basic eligibility requirements (age minimum, U.S. citizenship, Utah residency, and the ability to read and write in English).
- Create an account on the Lieutenant Governor’s website.
- Take a test.
- Purchase a $5,000 surety bond.
- File your Oath of Office.
- Upload all required documents to your account.
- Receive your certificate via email once your application is accepted!
Read our guide if you’d like to become a remote online notary for greater flexibility and freedom: How to Become a Notary in Utah!
Why would someone file a claim on this bond?
Someone may file a claim against your notary public bond if you violate the law by engaging in fraudulent activities or fail to notarize a document properly.
Do I need E&O insurance if my state requires a bond?
Errors and omission insurance is different from surety bonds. Insurance protects you, while a notary bond protects your clients. Your insurance could even protect you from bond claims, covering the costs of paying them out (if it comes to that). Since E&O insurance and notary bonds go hand in hand, some sureties offer both. When you purchase your notary bond from ZipBonds, you can add E&O insurance for no additional cost.
How to Purchase Your Notary Bond in Utah
ZipBonds offers the fastest and most secure option for getting the surety bonds you need. Our all-digital platform is intuitive and straightforward. Apply online or call us at (888) 435-4191 to speak with an agent directly. Many of our bonds are approved and processed instantly upon application.
About ZipBonds.com
Founders Ryan Swalve and Zach Mefferd formed the vision for ZipBonds.com when they realized how overly complicated it was to help clients place surety. The frustration of being unable to incorporate the technology they’d used in other insurance-focused projects left them thinking “there has to be a better way.”
Fast forward a couple of years, and that better way is the impetus of everything we do at ZipBonds. We constantly look for innovative ways to improve the bonding process for our clients and agents. Our team comprises individuals who understand all angles of surety – for companies, agencies, and individuals. Incorporating everyone’s point of view to improve the process while simultaneously integrating cutting-edge technology is what sets our business apart.