Notary handbooks and applications are available on the Secretary of State’s website or in the County Clerk’s Office. After state requirements are met, applicants need to go to the County Clerk’s office to be sworn in and issued commission.
You may apply online or send your application with your $25.00 fee made payable to: State Director of Revenue
Mailing Address:
State of Missouri
Secretary of State
Commissions
PO Box 7874
Jefferson City, MO 65102
You will need to obtain an insurance bond in the amount of $10,000. This can be purchased from a personal insurance agent, a bank or from a bonding company. This should be done after a letter is received from the Secretary of State’s office notifying you of your commission dates. The bond must be written for a term of four years, covering the same dates as the term of office.
After you receive your bond you have 90 days to proceed to the County Clerk’s office. You will sign the Oath of Office and Notary ledger and pick up your certificate.
Fee is $6.00
**THE COUNTY CLERK OFFICE DOES NOT SELL NOTARY SUPPLIES**
