How to Get a Nebraska Notary Public License

The Nebraska Secretary of State (SOS) commissions all notaries. A notary is authorized to administer oaths, take depositions and acknowledgments, and perform other duties as authorized by state law. Nebraska notaries operate according to Nebraska Revised Statutes 64-101-215.

Learn how to become a public notary in Nebraska by following the steps below.

To receive a notary commission in Nebraska, you must meet these eligibility requirements first:

Be at least 19 years of age
Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
Be a resident of Nebraska or a bordering state
Maintain a regular place of work in Nebraska
Have not been convicted of a felony or crime involving fraud or dishonesty in the past five years

If you’re eligible, follow the steps below to apply.

Step 1: Take the Nebraska notary exam

All notaries must pass the Nebraska notary exam. Prepare by studying the following materials:

When you feel ready, take the exam. If you fail, you can retake the exam up to three times. Once you achieve a passing score of 85% your score will be valid for 90 days.

Step 2: Purchase a $15,000 notary bond

The Nebraska SOS requires notary public applicants to purchase a $15,000 surety bond. Get your Nebraska notary bond plus $5,000 of errors and omissions (E&O) coverage instantly online for just $40!

Step 3: Submit your Nebraska notary public application

Next, login or create an account on the Nebraska SOS notary filing site. You’ll need to upload the following items:

Exam certificate
Bond form
$30 filing fee
Proof of employment in Nebraska (non-residents only)

Step 4: Download your commission certificate

If approved, you will receive an email confirming your commission. Log into your notary portal to download your new commission certificate.

Step 5: Purchase notary supplies

Finally, it’s your responsibility to buy your notary stamp. Nebraska requires the use of an ink stamp seal engraved with these details:

The words “State of Nebraska”
The words “General Notary” or “General Notarial”
Your commissioned name
The expiration date of your commission

The SOS also highly recommends that notaries buy a journal to keep track of records.

How to Renew Your Notary Public License

A Nebraska notary public term lasts four years. The license renewal process is the same as for a new applicant:

Purchase a new $15,000 notary bond
Complete a renewal application
Download your commission certificate
Make any necessary updates to your seal

Renewal applicants must submit their application before the current commission expires.

How Much Does It Cost to Get a Notary Public License

The following costs are associated with a Nebraska notary application:

Testing/Application Fee: $30
Surety Bond & E&O: $35–$85
Notary Supplies: $10–$40

Your cost to become a licensed notary in Utah will likely total $75–$145. Exact pricing will vary depending on the bond and supply vendors you choose. The ranges above are estimates.

How to Become a Nebraska Online Notary

The Nebraska SOS has two different classifications of online notaries.

Remote online notary (RON): Performs digital notarizations without the principal present
In-person electronic notary (IPEN): Performs notarial acts digitally with the principal present

Commissioned notaries can add their certification at any time or with the initial application. You just need to complete the following steps:

Pass either the RON exam or IPEN exam
Complete the online application
Pay the $50 application fee
Download your approval letter
Buy your electronic notary supplies

If you need more specific instructions and details, the Nebraska SOS notary public page can assist you.

How to Become a Notary Public in Nebraska