E&O insurance

New Jersey Notary E&O Insurance

No. New Jersey does not require a surety bond to become a notary public. Notaries are commissioned by the State Treasurer through the Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services for a five-year term, with applications filed electronically.

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 Jersey requirement at a glance

Commissioning authority
State Treasurer — Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services
Surety bond required
No
Commission term
5 years
Application fee
$25 (commission or renewal)
Education & testing
Required for non-attorney notaries
E&O insurance
Optional
Remote/electronic notarization
Available (registration required)

State requirements can change. Reviewed on July 29, 2026 — confirm with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. Full details on the New Jersey requirements page.