According to the Washington State Department of Licensing, it takes at least 30 days to receive your license after you submit your notary application. We've simplified the application process by including step-by-step instructions in our online notary package.
Becoming a notary in Washington is a low-cost career move that can help you make more money. Before applying, here are some costs to keep in mind.
According to the Washington State Department of Licensing, notaries can print their own copy by logging in or signing up for a Secure Access Washington (SAW) account.
Washington requires notaries to have a $10,000 surety bond, which is included in our online notary package.
Unlike some states that require notary applicants to take courses and exams, Washington's application process is simple and straightforward. And when you purchase our notary package, we simplify it further by providing step-by-step application instructions and a printable, pre-filled application.
Your Washington State Notary Commission is valid for four years.
You must reapply to renew your notary commission. Thankfully, it's a similar process to the initial application. You must:
We recommend that you start the renewal process two months before your current notary commission expires.
No, there is no education required to become a Washington State Notary.
Yes. After you send a copy of your application to Huckleberry Notary Bonding and receive your state-required $10,000 surety bond, you must send the application to the state, along with the bond and a $30.00 state filing fee.
The state is responsible for sending your Notary Commission Certificate, which you will receive within 3-4 weeks after submitting your application.
Yes. In order for Notaries.com to make your Self-Inking Seal Stamp, you must send a copy through a fax or scan of your Notary Commission Certificate.
After we receive a copy of your Notary Commission Certificate, it will take around 10 business days for you to receive your stamp.
Yes. Valid notary stamps must show the current commission's expiration date. Notaries need a new stamp every time they renew.
The State of Washington requires all notaries to hold a $10,000 Notary Bond, which is also called a surety bond, as this protects the state and companies against any mistakes the notary might make. However, the $10,000 surety bond does not protect you as a notary.
E&O Insurance covers any inconsistencies or oversights that could occur during the notarization process and protects you from any false claims made against your bond.
To become a notary in Washington, you must be:
Once you receive your notary commission in the mail from the state, you can send a copy to us so we can make your stamp. Once you've gotten your stamp, you can start notarizing!
Yes, but only if you actively work in Washington state.
Yes, Washington notaries can perform remote notarizations if they have a remote notary endorsement. Remote notarization is the act of notarizing without being in the physical presence of a customer and requires special software. You can learn more about it on the Department of Licensing website.
It's not recommended. A notary's main duty is to act as an impartial third party to help prevent fraud and deception. It's difficult to truly be impartial when working with family members.
No. You can't be an impartial third party to yourself!
No. The notarization on a document does not expire.
Yes. According to the Washington State Department of Licensing, “an electronic records notarization is the process of notarizing where electronic signatures get applied to electronic documents.”
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