How to become a notary in Nebraska: the official requirements
Who can apply, the training, bond and term, and the steps, from the Nebraska Secretary of State's own published requirements.
To become a notary public in Nebraska: Who can apply: At least 19; a U.S. citizen or qualified alien; a Nebraska resident, or living in a bordering state with a regular place of work or business in Nebraska; not convicted of a felony, or of a crime involving fraud or dishonesty, within the previous five years. Exam: Pass the online Nebraska Notary Exam: 20 questions, 85% to pass, with up to three attempts. Bond: A $15,000 notary surety bond. Commissions are issued by the Nebraska Secretary of State.
Notary requirements in Nebraska
| Requirement | Nebraska |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | At least 19; a U.S. citizen or qualified alien; a Nebraska resident, or living in a bordering state with a regular place of work or business in Nebraska; not convicted of a felony, or of a crime involving fraud or dishonesty, within the previous five years. |
| Training | Not stated in the official source we read. Check with the Nebraska Secretary of State. |
| Exam | Pass the online Nebraska Notary Exam: 20 questions, 85% to pass, with up to three attempts. |
| Bond | A $15,000 notary surety bond. |
| Commission term | Not stated in the official source we read. Check with the Nebraska Secretary of State. |
| State fee | A $30 filing fee, paid online. |
| Background check | Not stated in the official source we read. Check with the Nebraska Secretary of State. |
| Oath and filing | Sign the bond a second time in front of another notary public when you complete the oath of office. |
Where the official source we read does not state something, the table says so rather than guessing.
How to apply in Nebraska
- Take and pass the Nebraska Notary Exam.
- Obtain a $15,000 notary surety bond; sign it as principal, and again before a notary when you complete the oath.
- Complete the online application, upload your exam certificate and bond, and pay the $30 filing fee.
- When approved, download your commission certificate and order your ink stamp seal.
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How this page is built
Every requirement on this page comes from the Nebraska Secretary of State's own published material, read on the dates shown. Requirements and fees change; the authority's current instructions govern.
- Not legal advice.
- Fees charged by bonding agencies, course providers and fingerprint vendors are not included.
- Nebraska Secretary of State, Steps to Obtain an Initial Notary Commission, official source, read Nov 5, 2026.