E&O insurance

New Hampshire Notary E&O Insurance

No. New Hampshire does not require a surety bond to become a notary public. Notaries are appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Executive Council; applications go through the Secretary of State, and a commission is valid for five years.

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.

New Hampshire requirement at a glance

Commissioning authority
Governor & Executive Council (via Secretary of State)
Surety bond required
No
Commission term
5 years
Application fee
$75
Endorsements
Two notaries and one registered NH voter
E&O insurance
Optional
Abutting-state residents
ME, MA, VT residents working in NH may apply

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