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Delaware Notary Bond

$1,000 • 4-Year Term

Instant approval - no credit check required
A- rated surety carriers
America's incorporation capital

Delaware Requirements

$1,000
Bond Amount
4 Years
Commission Term
18+
Minimum Age
No Exam
Required

Delaware Notary Bond Overview

Delaware requires all notaries public to obtain a $1,000 surety bond, one of the lowest bond amounts in the nation. Despite the modest bond requirement, Delaware notaries serve a critical role in the state's position as America's incorporation capital, with over 60% of Fortune 500 companies incorporated here.

The Delaware notary bond must be filed with your commission application through the prothonotary's office in your county of residence. Delaware's business-friendly environment creates substantial demand for notarial services, particularly for corporate documents, mergers, acquisitions, and business formations.

Located in Wilmington's financial district and Dover's government center, Delaware notaries often handle high-value corporate transactions despite the relatively low bond amount, making professional liability insurance a wise additional protection.

Delaware Notary Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Must be a Delaware resident
Must be able to read and write English
Must submit completed application with fee
Must post $1,000 surety bond
Must take oath of office before prothonotary
Background check may be required
Must maintain official seal and journal

Bond Cost & Pricing

Instant Approval Bonds
$30-50

No credit check required

Bond Amount:$1,000
Term:4 years
Approval:Instant
What's Included
A- rated surety carrier
Instant digital certificate
4-year coverage period
Free bond amendments

Delaware's Corporate Environment

Business Formation Hub

Delaware's Court of Chancery and business-friendly laws make it the preferred incorporation state for major corporations. Notaries frequently handle articles of incorporation, bylaws, board resolutions, and merger documents for billion-dollar companies.

60%+
Fortune 500 Companies
1M+
Entities Incorporated

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Your Delaware Notary Bond
Instant approval, no credit check required
Delaware Division of Corporations

Address:
401 Federal Street, Suite 4
Dover, DE 19901

Phone: (302) 739-3073

Website: corp.delaware.gov

State Comparison
Delaware$1,000
Wisconsin$500
Texas$10,000
California$15,000