What you're buying
- The Washington notary surety bond that backs your commission.
- Errors & omissions coverage with a $10,000 limit, 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.
Washington requirement at a glance
- Commissioning authority
- Washington State Department of Licensing
- Surety bond required
- Yes — $10,000
- Bond term
- 4 years (or until commission expires)
- Commission term
- 4 years
- E&O insurance
- Optional
- Electronic / remote notarization
- Available with separate endorsement
- Non-resident notaries
- Allowed if working or practicing in Washington
State requirements can change. Reviewed on July 29, 2026 — confirm with the Washington State Department of Licensing. Full details on the Washington requirements page.
Other Washington options
- Washington Notary Bond (Bond only)