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How to Become a Notary in Nevada
To become a notary in Nevada, you must be at least 18, a Nevada resident (or a bordering-state resident who works in Nevada), and possess your civil rights. Complete a state-approved course and exam, obtain a $10,000 bond filed with your county clerk, and pay the $35 fee to the Secretary of State. Commissions last four years.
Last updated: July 9, 2026 · By Andrew Ray Yon, MBA, ChFC — CEO & Founder, USA Notary
Nevada runs its notary program through the Secretary of State, but it has a few requirements that catch applicants off guard. You'll take a mandatory course and pass an exam, post a $10,000 surety bond that gets recorded with your county clerk, and pay a $35 application fee. This guide walks through each step to becoming a traditional Nevada notary, then how to add an electronic (online) notary registration so you can perform remote online notarizations for signers who appear by live video.
Nevada Notary Requirements at a Glance
| Eligibility | You must be at least 18 years old and a legal resident of Nevada. Residents of an adjoining state — California, Oregon, Utah, Idaho, or Arizona — may qualify if they maintain a place of business or are regularly employed in Nevada. Applicants must possess their civil rights (a felony or crime-of-moral-turpitude conviction can disqualify you) and cannot have had a notary commission revoked or suspended in any state. |
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| Surety bond | $10,000 surety bond. Unlike many states, the bond — together with your signed oath of office — must be filed and recorded with the clerk of the county where you reside, in addition to applying through the Secretary of State. |
| State filing fee | $35 application fee to the Nevada Secretary of State (plus a $45 course-and-exam fee). |
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Notary education | Required. All new and renewing notaries must complete an approved training course (minimum 3 hours) through the Nevada Secretary of State's training site under NRS 240.018. Courses taken through other vendors do not satisfy the requirement. |
| Exam | Required. After completing a state-approved course of at least 3 hours, you must pass an examination with a score of at least 80%. If you fail, you must wait 24 hours before recording another score. |
New and renewing Nevada notaries must complete a state-approved course of at least three hours and pass an examination with a score of at least 80% before being commissioned. — Nevada Secretary of State — Online Training and Exam Information
How to Become a Notary in Nevada: Step by Step
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Confirm you're eligible
Be at least 18, a Nevada resident (or an adjoining-state resident who maintains a business or works in Nevada), in possession of your civil rights, with no revoked or suspended notary commission in any state.
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Complete the state course and pass the exam
Take the Nevada Secretary of State's approved notary training (at least 3 hours) and pass the exam with a score of 80% or higher. The course-and-exam fee is $45. If you fail, you must wait 24 hours to retake it.
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Obtain a $10,000 surety bond
Buy a $10,000 notary bond from a licensed surety company. In Nevada you file and record the bond and your signed oath of office with the clerk of the county where you reside. The bond protects the public, not you — consider separate errors-and-omissions coverage.
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Submit your application and $35 fee
File your notary application through the Secretary of State's SilverFlume portal, pay the $35 application fee, and include proof of your recorded bond and oath.
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Receive your commission and start notarizing
Once approved, the Secretary of State issues your four-year commission. Order your notary stamp and record journal, then you're ready to notarize documents across Nevada.
How to Become an Online (Remote) Notary in Nevada
Nevada permits remote online notarization. A commissioned Nevada notary can register as an electronic notary public and notarize for signers who appear over two-way audio-video communication. You must first hold an active traditional Nevada commission, complete electronic-notary training and the exam, and register an approved technology platform. An online notary may charge up to $25 per signature, and the notary must be physically located in Nevada during the act.
Online / remote notary application fee: $45 training fee + $50 registration fee
RON is operative in Nevada now; your electronic notary registration runs concurrently with your traditional four-year commission.
Walk through the Nevada remote online notarization process →
Traditional Notary vs. Remote Online Notary in Nevada
Nevada allows remote online notarization, so once you hold a Nevada commission you can register to notarize for signers who appear over live video — and take on assigned online signings.
| Traditional (in-person) notary | Remote online notary (RON) | |
|---|---|---|
| How the signer appears | In person, in the same room | Over a live, recorded audio-video call |
| Available in Nevada? | Yes | Available now — register once commissioned |
| What you need | Seal and journal | An approved RON platform, identity-proofing, and a digital certificate |
| Where the work comes from | Local, walk-in and mobile appointments | Nationwide — e.g. assigned online signings through USA Notary |
What Does It Cost to Become a Notary in Nevada?
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State application fee | $35 (fixed by the state) |
| Course and exam | $45 (fixed by the state) |
| $10,000 surety bond | Premium varies by surety company |
| Stamp, journal & supplies | Varies by provider |
| Electronic (online) notary registration (optional) | $45 training + $50 filing (fixed by the state) |
See costs and fees on USA Notary for platform-side details.
Turn Your Nevada Commission Into Income
Getting commissioned is step one. USA Notary connects commissioned notaries with assigned, paid remote signings — so your commission actually earns. Learn how Nevada notaries earn, check the platform requirements for Nevada notaries, and browse become-a-notary guides for other states.
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Becoming a Notary in Other States
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About the author
Andrew Ray Yon, MBA, ChFC
CEO & Founder, USA Notary Services LLC
Andrew Ray Yon is the founder and CEO of USA Notary Services LLC and the architect of the SharpNote remote online notarization platform. A Certified Notary Signing Agent since 2005, he has handled mortgage and title loan signings for two decades and holds an MBA and the ChFC (Chartered Financial Consultant) designation. Based in Virginia’s Greater Richmond region, he leads the company’s strategy, compliance, and platform development.
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- Nevada Secretary of State — Step-by-Step Guide to Become a Notary
- Nevada Secretary of State — eNotary FAQs
- Nevada Secretary of State — Online Training and Exam Information
- National Notary Association — How to Become a Remote Electronic Notary in Nevada
This guide summarizes public requirements from Nevada's notary authority and is for general information, not legal advice. Requirements and fees can change — always confirm current details with your state before applying.