Becoming a Nevada Notary (2026): Training, the County Bond Filing & Cost

This guide is educational and informational, not legal advice. Nevada notary rules are set in NRS Chapter 240 and administered by the Secretary of State, and can change, so confirm the details before you apply. We link to official resources; we never sell or submit applications.

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What does it cost to become a notary in Nevada?

Becoming a Nevada notary usually costs $160 to $230, with two state fees plus the bond and supplies. The fixed charges are the $35 application fee and the $45 training and exam fee, both paid through the SilverFlume portal. The $10,000 bond runs about $50 to $90, and you add a stamp and journal. Tick what applies and the checklist totals it live.

How do you become a notary in Nevada?

You become a Nevada notary by training first, then bonding through your county before you apply. The steps, in order, are:

1. Complete the 3-hour training and exam. Take the Secretary of State-approved course and pass the exam; details and practice are on our Nevada notary exam page.
2. Get a $10,000 surety bond. Purchase the four-year bond from a bonding company before you visit the county clerk.
3. File the bond and take your oath at the county clerk. The clerk records your bond, administers the oath, and gives you a Filing Notice you will need to apply.
4. Apply online through SilverFlume. Upload your Filing Notice and training certificate, sign in blue ink, and pay the $35 and $45 fees; digital signatures are rejected.
5. Wait for your Certificate of Appointment. Processing takes a few weeks; once you have the certificate, buy your stamp and journal before notarizing.

Do you have to take training every time you renew in Nevada?

Yes, Nevada is one of the few states that makes you retake the training course and pass the exam at every four-year renewal, not just when you first apply. Most states test only new applicants, so this ongoing requirement catches renewing notaries off guard. Plan for the $45 training and exam fee again at each cycle, and if you fail the exam you must wait 24 hours before retaking it, which is worth knowing before a commission lapses.

Why do you file your bond with the county clerk first?

In Nevada you cannot finish your application until you have filed your $10,000 bond and taken your oath at the county clerk, because the clerk issues a Filing Notice that you must upload to the state. This reverses the order people expect: the county step comes before final approval by the Secretary of State, not after. Filing the bond and taking the oath can be done in the same visit, so bring your purchased bond to the clerk's office to handle both at once.

What are the requirements to become a Nevada notary?

The Nevada requirements combine education with a bond and a few procedural quirks. You must be at least 18 and a Nevada resident, or a resident of an adjoining state, California, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, or Arizona, who regularly works in Nevada. You complete the 3-hour course and exam, carry a $10,000 bond, and use both a stamp and a journal. One practical rule trips up applicants: the paper application must be signed in blue ink, since digital signatures are automatically rejected.

How do you renew or notarize online in Nevada?

You renew by retaking the training and exam, obtaining a fresh $10,000 bond, and reapplying through SilverFlume before your four-year commission expires, since the education requirement repeats every term. To notarize electronically you must already hold a traditional commission, then register as an electronic notary, complete the eNotary course, pay a $50 registration fee, pass that exam at 75%, and obtain an electronic signature and seal from an approved provider.

Published June 13, 2026 by the Trámites Notariales US editorial team. Sources: Nevada Secretary of State, Notary Division and the SilverFlume portal; Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 240. Confirm current fees and steps with the Nevada Secretary of State before applying.