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South Dakota Notary Bond

As of July 1, 2025, South Dakota no longer requires notaries public to post a surety bond; House Bill 1133 eliminated the former $5,000 bond. Notaries are commissioned by the Secretary of State after filing a seal impression and oath of office and paying the $30 application fee. Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance remains optional.

What you're buying

  • A $5,000 South Dakota notary surety bond — the guarantee that backs your commission.

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

South Dakota requirement at a glance

Commissioning authority
South Dakota Secretary of State
Surety bond required
No (repealed July 1, 2025)
Application fee
$30
E&O insurance
Optional
Jurisdiction
Within South Dakota only

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

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