# Lone Star Notary Bond

> Texas notary surety bond for $45, with $5,000 of Errors and Omissions (E&O) coverage included at no extra cost. American Surety Company (A-rated) underwrites the 4-year, $10,000 bond and files it with the Texas Secretary of State electronically. Customers pay $66 at checkout: the $45 bond plus the $21 state application fee filed on their behalf. The state notary education course and assessment (about $20 per attempt) are paid directly to the Texas Secretary of State.

Lone Star Notary Bond is a service of Stockton-Hill Insurance LLC, a licensed insurance agency. Customers can also get free, no-obligation reviews of auto, home, life, and business insurance from licensed agents.

## Key facts

- Price: $45 for the 4-year, $10,000 Texas notary bond
- $5,000 Errors and Omissions (E&O) coverage included at no extra cost
- Total at checkout: $66 ($45 bond + $21 Texas Secretary of State application fee, filed for the customer)
- Bond is filed electronically with the Texas Secretary of State by American Surety Company
- Texas notary education (SB693) is required for new and renewing notaries from January 1, 2026; it is completed through the Texas Secretary of State before buying the bond
- Underwriter: American Surety Company, A-rated, a subsidiary of Core Specialty Insurance Holdings

## Common questions about Texas notary bonds

### I've been a notary for 12 years. Do I really have to take this course?
If you're renewing on or after January 1, 2026, yes. The new law applies to all renewals regardless of how long you've been commissioned. Your experience doesn't exempt you.

### What happens if I fail the assessment?
You can retake the assessment up to 3 times within a three-month period. Each attempt costs about $20, paid to the state.

### Do I take the course before I buy my bond?
Yes. You complete the education and pass the assessment first, then come back and get your $45 bond. The course and assessment are offered only through the Texas Secretary of State portal. We'll point you there.

### How long does the whole process take?
Most people finish the 45-minute course in one sitting and the assessment in 15-20 minutes. Your bond application takes about 10 minutes, and because your bond is filed electronically, it reaches the state faster than a mailed paper filing.

### Is the course online?
Yes. The state course is fully online and self-paced. You can pause, take breaks, and resume. No travel, no classroom, no in-person requirement.

### Why is your price $45 when everyone else charges $50?
American Surety Company offers the $45 rate through Lone Star Notary Bond. It's a real, standing rate, not a limited-time discount or promo.

### Do I pay you for the state education?
No. The Notary Education and assessment are completed directly through the Texas Secretary of State, which is the only approved provider and charges its own fee (currently about $20 per attempt). What you pay us covers your $45 bond plus the $21 state application fee we file for you.

### How long is my bond good for?
Texas notary bonds are 4-year terms, matching your commission length. We'll send you a renewal notice 90 days before your bond expires so you don't lapse.

### Do you handle the SOS filing for me?
Yes. American Surety Company files your bond electronically with the Texas Secretary of State automatically. You'll get an email from the SOS with a link to review and sign your application through their online portal.

### What if I'm a brand new notary, not renewing?
Welcome. You'll need the same Notary Education and assessment, the same bond, and the same SOS filing. The process is identical. Finish your state education, then click "Get My Bond" above and we'll guide you through it.

### Can I get an online notary commission too?
Texas online notary (RON) requires a separate commission and additional fees. We can help with that as a follow-up step after your traditional commission is approved.

## Pages

- [Home, pricing, and step-by-step process](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/)
- [Texas notary guides](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/guides)
- [How to get a Texas notary bond in 2026: steps and costs](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/how-to-get-a-texas-notary-bond)
- [Texas notary renewal in 2026: deadlines, education, costs](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/texas-notary-renewal)
- [Texas notary education (SB 693): course, exam and fees](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/texas-notary-education-sb693)
- [Texas notary bond vs E&O insurance](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/texas-notary-bond-vs-eo-insurance)
- [Texas notary bonds for employers and teams](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/texas-notary-bonds-for-employers)
- [Texas notary lookup: check a commission expiration date](https://www.lonestarnotarybond.com/texas-notary-lookup)
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- Email: service@lonestarnotarybond.com
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