Notary Public Permit Requirements in Montgomery, AL

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

   Required if you operate as an LLC/corporation or have employees. Sole proprietor notaries with no employees may use their SSN.

   Official government source

   Free·Immediate (online)

   Free

   Immediate (online)

1. Alabama Notary Commission

   Apply through your county probate court to become commissioned as a Notary Public in Alabama. Must be a resident of Alabama, 18+ years old, and provide a $25,000 surety bond.

   Official government source

   $25–$75 (bond + fees)·2–4 weeks

   $25–$75 (bond + fees)

   2–4 weeks

2. Alabama Notary Surety Bond ($25,000)

   All Alabama notaries must file a $25,000 surety bond with the county probate court before receiving their commission.

   Official government source

   $40–$80/year·1–3 days

   $40–$80/year

   1–3 days

3. Notary Errors & Omissions Insurance (Recommended)

   While not required in Alabama, E&O insurance protects notaries from financial losses due to unintentional mistakes. Coverage of $25,000–$100,000 typically costs $40–$80/year. The National Notary Association offers bundled packages.

   $40–$80/year·Immediate

   $40–$80/year

   Immediate

1. Montgomery Business License (if operating a notary business)

   If you operate a standalone notary business (notary signing agent services, mobile notary, etc.) in Montgomery, you generally need a Business License from the city. If notarization is incidental to another profession (e.g., attorney, bank teller), a separate business license may not be required.

   Official government source

   $25–$100/year·1–3 weeks

   $25–$100/year

   1–3 weeks

Official Sources

• Alabama — Notary Public Requirements
• Alabama Secretary of State

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