E&O insurance

Iowa Notary E&O Insurance

No. Iowa does not require notaries public to post a surety bond. The Secretary of State commissions notaries under Iowa Code Chapter 9B for a 3-year term, with a $30 application fee and an oath of office. Some notaries choose optional errors and omissions (E&O) insurance for their own protection.

What you're buying

  • Errors & omissions coverage protecting you, subject to the policy terms.

Purchase, application, and issuance are completed through The Southern Agency's secure checkout — the licensed insurance agency behind Notary.Bond.

Iowa requirement at a glance

Commissioning authority
Iowa Secretary of State
Surety bond required
No
Commission term
3 years (1 year for bordering-state residents)
Application fee
$30
Oath of office
Required
E&O insurance
Optional
Remote online notarization
Available (registration required)

State requirements can change. Reviewed on July 29, 2026 — confirm with the Iowa Secretary of State. Full details on the Iowa requirements page.