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Under Alaska Statute 44.50.010, Alaska requires a $2,500 surety bond for all notary public commissions. Most applicants receive instant approval. You may use a commercial bond from an insurance company or a private surety (but not yourself).

What Are the Alaska Notary Requirements?

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Alaska resident or employed in Alaska
  • Able to read and write English

Application Requirements

  • Complete notary application form
  • Obtain $2,500 surety bond
  • Pay $20 filing fee
  • Submit to Lieutenant Governor's Office

Important: Alaska allows two bond options: a commercial bond purchased from an insurance agency, or a private bond where someone else acts as your surety. You cannot act as your own surety. Similar to contractor license bonds, notary bonds protect the public from financial loss.

Alaska Notary Bond Options

Commercial Bond

Purchase through a licensed insurance agency. This is the most common option, providing quick approval and professional service.

  • Instant approval available
  • Typically costs $35-$50
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  • Professional support

Private Bond

A business, organization, or individual may act as your private surety. This person accepts financial liability for your notarial acts.

  • Employer can act as surety
  • Individual can act as surety
  • Must meet state requirements
  • Cannot be self-bonded

How Do I Become an Alaska Notary?

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Get Bond

Obtain $2,500 surety bond

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Apply

Complete application form

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Submit

Send to Lt. Governor + $20 fee

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Receive

Get 4-year commission

Where Do Alaska Notaries Serve?

Major Population Centers

Anchorage: Alaska's largest city with extensive real estate, oil industry contracts, and corporate documents requiring notarization.

Fairbanks: Interior Alaska hub with military installations, university, and mining industry document needs.

Juneau: State capital with government documents, legislative filings, and administrative proceedings.

Industry Applications

Oil & Gas: Pipeline agreements, land leases, royalty documents, and contractor agreements.

Fishing Industry: Commercial fishing permits, vessel documentation, and catch certifications.

Tourism: Business contracts, liability waivers, and seasonal employment documents.

Alaska Notary Bond FAQs

How much does an Alaska notary bond cost?
Alaska requires a $2,500 notary bond per AS 44.50.010. The bond premium typically costs $35-$50 for the full 4-year term. Most applicants qualify for instant approval with no credit check required.
What are the Alaska notary bond requirements?
Under Alaska Statute 44.50.010, every notary public must execute an official bond of $2,500 and submit it with their application. The bond must be for a term of four years from the date of commission. Source: Alaska Lieutenant Governor's Office.
Can I use a private surety for my Alaska notary bond?
Yes. Alaska allows two bond options: a commercial bond purchased through an insurance agency, or a private bond where a business, organization, or individual acts as surety. However, you cannot act as your own surety. Source: Alaska Lieutenant Governor.
Are there substitutes for the Alaska notary bond?
No. There are no substitutes for the $2,500 notary bond in Alaska. No other type of insurance or bond that you or your employer may have will be accepted in lieu of the required Alaska notary bond.
How long does it take to become an Alaska notary?
The Alaska notary application process typically takes 2-4 weeks. You must submit your application, $2,500 bond, and $20 filing fee to the Lieutenant Governor's Office. Once approved, your commission is valid for 4 years.
Do I need a new bond when renewing my Alaska notary commission?
Yes. Starting January 1, 2021, each time you apply for a notary commission in Alaska, you must submit a new $2,500 notary bond. Your previous bond does not carry over to renewal commissions.
What is the purpose of the Alaska notary bond?
The Alaska notary bond protects the public against financial loss caused by notarial misconduct. It is not insurance for the notary. The bond is a contract between the notary and the surety, who agrees to pay up to $2,500 to harmed parties.
Are government employees exempt from the Alaska notary bond?
Limited Governmental Notary commissions are available to federal, state, and municipal employees. For these commissions, the employer approval form replaces the bond requirement. However, notarial activity is limited to official business of the employer.
What happens if a claim is filed against my notary bond?
If a valid claim is filed, the surety company may pay up to $2,500 to the harmed party. You are then personally responsible to reimburse the surety company for any amounts paid. E&O insurance can help protect you from this liability.

Need a Notary Bond in Another State?

California
$15,000
4 years
Texas
$10,000
4 years
Florida
$7,500
4 years
Washington
$10,000
4 years
Arizona
$5,000
4 years
Nevada
$10,000
4 years
Montana
$25,000
4 years
Idaho
$10,000
6 years
Utah
$5,000
4 years
Hawaii
$1,000
4 years
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Official Alaska Notary Resources

Alaska Lieutenant Governor's Office

Official notary requirements, application forms, bond information, and commission status.

U.S. Treasury Surety Bond Program

Official list of federally authorized surety companies.

Official Alaska Requirements

"A person applying for a commission as a notary public shall execute an official bond of $2,500 and submit the bond with the application. The bond must be for a term of four years from the date of commission."
Alaska Lieutenant Governor's Office • Alaska Statute 44.50.010
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