Everything You Need to Become a Louisiana Notary, All in One Place
Welcome to the American Association of Notaries. Since 1994, we've helped hundreds of thousands of people
in Louisiana and across the country become notaries. With our guidance and expertise, you will become
a skilled Louisiana notary capable of providing accurate and efficient notarial services.
That is our mission.
The American Association of Notaries is the only source you need to become a Louisiana notary. We can assist you with:
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Our notary stamps conform to Louisiana notary law requirements and are manufactured in house using only the highest-quality materials.
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Notary Seals
All of our Louisiana notary seal embossers are laser engraved and require minimal effort to produce sharp raised notary seal impressions.
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Our notary journals are easy to use and conform to Louisiana notary laws. Every notary supplies order includes a free e-notary guide.
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How to Become a Louisiana Notary:
To become a notary in Louisiana, you must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Be a Louisiana resident for income tax purposes and claim the Louisiana residence as your primary residence on state and federal tax returns
- Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident
- Be able to read, write and understand the English language
- Not be disqualified to receive a commission under section ARS §41-271
- Pass the examination described in section ARS §41-270 required by the secretary of state.
- Keep as a reference a manual that is approved by the secretary of state and that describes the duties, authority and ethical responsibilities of a notary public
If you meet these qualification requirements, follow the steps below to become a Louisiana notary
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Order a four-year, $5,000 Louisiana notary bond. All Louisiana notary applicants are required to obtain a notary bond covering the entire four-year term of their commission. The notary bond serves as a guarantee that the notary will faithfully perform their duties in accordance with Louisiana law.. Click here to purchase a notary bond.
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Complete a Louisiana notary application online. The Louisiana Secretary of State requires all notary applicants to complete a notary application on their website. Click here to start the Louisiana notary application.
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Mail your completed forms and fee to the state. Mail the completed Louisiana notary application, the notary bond, notarized oath of office form, and a processing fee of $43.00 to the Louisiana Secretary of State.
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Order a notary stamp and a notary journal. Once approved as a Louisiana notary, forward us a copy of the notary commission certificate so we can prepare your notary stamp and any other notary supplies you ordered.
Notary bonds and errors and omissions insurance policies provided by this insurance agency, American Association of Notaries, Inc., are underwritten by Western Surety Company, Universal Surety of America, or Surety Bonding Company of America, which are subsidiaries of CNA Surety.