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Wisconsin Notary Bond

Wisconsin requires a $500 surety bond for a four-year notary public commission. The Department of Financial Institutions issues commissions, and applicants must also pass an exam and file an oath of office. E&O insurance is optional.

What you're buying

  • The Wisconsin notary surety bond that backs your commission.

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

Wisconsin requirement at a glance

Commissioning authority
Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions
Surety bond required
Yes — $500
Bond / commission term
4 years
Application filing fee
$20 (four-year); $50 attorney permanent
Exam
Passing exam certificate required
E&O insurance
Optional

State requirements can change. Reviewed on July 29, 2026 — confirm with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. Full details on the Wisconsin requirements page.

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