Notary Public Permit Requirements in Miami, FL

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. Florida Notary Commission

   Florida notaries public are appointed by the Governor for a 4-year term (s. 117.01, Florida Statutes); applications are processed through the Department of State via approved notary processors/bonding agencies. Applicants must obtain a $7,500 surety bond and swear they have read ch. 117; first-time applicants complete the state's notary education program (see notaries.dos.fl.gov).

   Official government source

   $39 in state fees ($25 application + $10 commission fee + $4 surcharge, s. 117.01(2), F.S.) + bond premium/processor package·2–4 weeks

   $39 in state fees ($25 application + $10 commission fee + $4 surcharge, s. 117.01(2), F.S.) + bond premium/processor package

   2–4 weeks

2. Florida Notary Bond ($7,500)

   Required for all Florida notaries. The bond must be filed with the Secretary of State's office.

   Official government source

   $40–$60 for 4 years·1–3 days

   $40–$60 for 4 years

   1–3 days

3. Notary Errors & Omissions Insurance (Recommended)

   While not required in Florida, 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. Miami Business License (if operating a notary business)

   A standalone notary or signing-agent business operating in the City of Miami needs a Business Tax Receipt (plus the Miami-Dade County Local Business Tax Receipt). Home-based notaries apply for an Accessory Use. Notarization performed as an incident of other employment does not by itself require a business license.

   Official government source

   Varies by business classification under the City of Miami fee schedule; no citywide fee range is published on the official BTR page — confirm with the City of Miami at (305) 416-2087·1–3 weeks

   Varies by business classification under the City of Miami fee schedule; no citywide fee range is published on the official BTR page — confirm with the City of Miami at (305) 416-2087

   1–3 weeks

Official Sources

• Florida — Notary Public Requirements
• Florida Secretary of State

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