How much is the notary bond in Oklahoma?

$10,000. Oklahoma raised its required surety bond from $1,000 to $10,000 under Senate Bill 1028, effective January 1, 2026. You must file the bond with the Secretary of State within 60 days after your commission is issued, along with a $25 bond filing fee.

How long does an Oklahoma notary commission last?

Four years from the date of issuance. To keep notarizing, file a renewal (a $45 fee) before your commission expires. An application filed after your commission has expired is processed as a brand-new commission.

Does Oklahoma require a notary exam or training course?

No. Oklahoma does not require a proctored exam or a state-approved education course to become a notary. New and renewing applicants must, however, pass an OSBI national criminal-history background check and fingerprinting under Senate Bill 1028.

Can an out-of-state resident become an Oklahoma notary?

Yes. Non-residents who are employed within Oklahoma may be commissioned. On your application you list your Oklahoma county of employment instead of a county of residence, and your bond and seal work the same way.

Does Oklahoma allow remote online notarization?

Yes. Oklahoma has an operative Remote Online Notary Act and you can register now. You must first hold a current Oklahoma commission, then file a remote online notarization application online with the Secretary of State, name your approved technology vendor, and pay the $25 authorization fee.

How much can an Oklahoma notary charge per notarization?

State law caps the fee at $5.00 per notarial act for traditional, in-person notarizations. Remote online notaries commonly earn more per signing, and platforms like USA Notary assign paid remote work once you're commissioned and RON-authorized.

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How to Become a Notary in Oklahoma

To become a notary in Oklahoma, you must be a U.S. citizen, 18 or older, an Oklahoma resident (or a non-resident employed in the state), able to read and write English, with no felony conviction. Apply through the Secretary of State, pass an OSBI background check, pay the $50 fee, and file a $10,000 bond. Commissions last four years.

Earn as a remote online notary See the steps

Last updated: July 9, 2026 · By Andrew Ray Yon, MBA, ChFC — CEO & Founder, USA Notary

Oklahoma commissions its notaries through the Secretary of State, and the process is refreshingly straightforward: there is no proctored exam and no mandatory training course. What changed recently is the surety bond. Senate Bill 1028 raised it from $1,000 to $10,000 as of January 1, 2026, and now requires every new and renewing applicant to pass a national criminal-history background check and fingerprinting through the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). Below is exactly what it takes to get commissioned in Oklahoma, what it costs, and how to add remote online notarization so your commission can actually earn.

Oklahoma Notary Requirements at a Glance

Eligibility	U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, a legal Oklahoma resident or a non-resident employed within Oklahoma, able to read and write English, with no felony conviction. Under Senate Bill 1028, all new and renewing applicants must also pass an OSBI national criminal-history background check and fingerprinting before the application is processed.
Surety bond	$10,000 surety bond, filed with the Secretary of State within 60 days after your commission is issued. Oklahoma raised the bond from $1,000 under Senate Bill 1028, effective January 1, 2026, and a $25 bond filing fee applies. The bond protects the public and is not insurance for the notary.
State filing fee	$50 new-commission filing fee, plus a $25 bond filing fee (renewals are $45).
Commission term	4 years
Notary education	None. Oklahoma does not require a state-approved notary course or training.
Exam	None. Oklahoma does not require a notary exam.

Oklahoma requires notaries to file a $10,000 surety bond with the Secretary of State within 60 days of commission issuance — an amount raised from $1,000 by Senate Bill 1028, effective January 1, 2026. — Oklahoma Secretary of State — Notary Public Guide

How to Become a Notary in Oklahoma: Step by Step

1

Confirm you're eligible

You must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18, and either a legal Oklahoma resident or a non-resident employed within Oklahoma. You also need to read and write English and have no felony conviction.
2

Apply and complete your OSBI background check

File your notary application and $50 filing fee online through the Oklahoma Secretary of State at sos.ok.gov. Under Senate Bill 1028, all new and renewing applicants must also complete a national criminal-history background check and fingerprinting through the OSBI before the application is processed.
3

Receive your four-year commission

After your background check clears, the Secretary of State issues your commission (valid four years) and provides a commission number you'll use on your seal and future filings. Plan for roughly 2 to 4 weeks of processing.
4

File your $10,000 surety bond and get your seal

Purchase a $10,000 notary surety bond and file it with the Secretary of State within 60 days of your commission date, paying the $25 bond filing fee. Then buy a notary seal (rubber stamp or embosser) that shows your name, 'State of Oklahoma,' and 'Notary Public.'
5

Add remote online notary authorization (optional)

To notarize for signers who appear over live audio-video, register for remote online notarization through the Secretary of State's online filing system, name your approved RON technology vendor, and pay the $25 authorization fee. This can only be filed online.

How to Become an Online (Remote) Notary in Oklahoma

Oklahoma has an operative Remote Online Notary Act, so you can register now. You must first hold a current Oklahoma notary commission, then register to perform remote online notarizations through the Secretary of State's online system, naming the approved RON technology vendor(s) you plan to use. Applications for RON authorization may only be filed online.

Online / remote notary application fee: $25 (state RON authorization filing fee)

RON is active and available to register today. You cannot be an online-only notary in Oklahoma — a current traditional commission is required first.

See how RON is authorized in Oklahoma — and state by state →

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Traditional Notary vs. Remote Online Notary in Oklahoma

Oklahoma allows remote online notarization, so once you hold a Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?	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 Oklahoma?

Item	Cost
New commission filing fee (state)	$50
$10,000 surety bond premium	Varies by bonding company
Bond filing fee (state)	$25
OSBI background check & fingerprinting	Varies (paid separately)
Notary seal/stamp & record journal	Varies by supplier
Remote online notary authorization (optional)	$25

See costs and fees on USA Notary for platform-side details.

Turn Your Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma notaries earn, check the platform requirements for Oklahoma notaries, and browse become-a-notary guides for other states.

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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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This guide summarizes public requirements from Oklahoma'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.

How to Become a Notary in Oklahoma

Oklahoma Notary Requirements at a Glance

How to Become a Notary in Oklahoma: Step by Step

Confirm you're eligible

Apply and complete your OSBI background check

Receive your four-year commission

File your $10,000 surety bond and get your seal

Add remote online notary authorization (optional)