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We’ve helped thousands of Louisiana Notaries get the coverage and support they need to serve confidently. When you’re ready, let’s go!

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Get what you need to start your lifetime commission as a Louisiana Notary.

When you pass the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Notary exam, it’s time to get your state-required coverage. Choose between the 5-year insurance policy or surety bond that you’ll need to serve your parish.

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Get an E&O insurance policy

If you choose Errors and Omissions insurance, you’re covered if you make an unintentional mistake during a notarization. Our Louisiana E&O Notary package comes with 5 years of NNA® Hotline to help you serve confidently as a Louisiana Notary.

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Get a Louisiana Notary surety bond

If you opt for a Notary surety bond, it protects the public by providing financial compensation if something goes wrong during a notarization. Our Notary bond package also includes knowledgeable support from the NNA® Hotline for 5 years.

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Checklist: Louisiana Notary Commission Process

Checklist: Louisiana Notary Commission Process

Step-by-step instructions to satisfy Louisiana state Notary commissioning process requirements.
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What to know when applying to become a Louisiana Notary Public

What to know when applying to become a Louisiana Notary Public

  • Your Notary commission is for life. A Louisiana Notary commission is unique in many ways. As a civil law Notary, you can draft, prepare, and execute some legal documents without being an attorney. Plus, your commission lasts a lifetime!
  • The application process takes time. In addition to filing an Application to Qualify, you must also take the Notary Exam Pre-Assessment and then pass the state Notary exam. The exam is administered by the Secretary of State twice a year.
  • Need more information? Check out our detailed overview of how to become a Louisiana Notary Public.
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