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# Texas - Online Notary Registration

# How To Become An Online Notary In Texas

Once you have met all the requirements to become a traditional notary in Texas, you can apply to become an online notary by:

* Hold an existing commission as a traditional Notary Public.
* Choose a RON vendor.
* Buy a digital certificate and eSeal that is compatible with your chosen vendor.
* Complete this [Online Notary Application Form](https://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/gettingstarted.shtml#).
* Use the [digital certificate and eseal you obtained to sign the Statement of Officer form](https://bluenotary.crisp.help/en/article/how-to-fill-out-your-sos-sample-document-texas-5surx3/).
* Pay the $50.00 application + 2.7% ($1.35) online application fee.
* Validate your email address for correspondence
* You should receive a reference number and email regarding your application in about 3 business days.
* Once you have become an online notary in Texas, you must comply with the Texas Online Notary Public’s Handbook. This handbook outlines all of the requirements for providing online notary services in Texas.

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# How to Become a Traditional Notary in Texas (Get your Notary Commission)

* Ensure you meet all of Texas’ eligibility requirements.
* Get a $10,000 surety bond.
* Complete the [application](https://webservices.sos.state.tx.us/forms/2301.pdf).
* Submit your application, proof of your bond and $21 filing fee to the state.
* Receive your commission certificate.
* Take your [oath of office](https://bluenotary.us/how-to-take-an-oath-of-office/). You should bring your commission certificate to a Texas Notary who will administer the oath and notarize the form ([Tex. Gov’t Code, Sec. 406.010(d)](http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/GV/htm/GV.406.htm)).
* Obtain your Notary seal and journal.