TX Compliance Guide
Notary Compliance in Texas
Texas notary law requirements, fee limits, bonding standards, and how to verify a mobile notary is fully compliant before your signing.
Bond Required
$10,000
Commission Term
4 years
Max Fee
$6 per notarial act
Journal Required
Yes
Figures are a general summary of Texas notary statutes and can change with new legislation. Always confirm current requirements with the Texas Secretary of State before relying on them.
Texas Notary Compliance — FAQ
What are the notary compliance requirements in Texas?
Notaries public commissioned in Texas must follow Texas state law. Core requirements: maintaining a $10,000 surety bond, holding a valid Texas notary commission (renewed every 4 years), no mandatory course, and charging no more than the Texas fee schedule ($6 per notarial act). Texas also requires notaries to keep a sequential journal of every notarial act.
How do I know if a mobile notary in Texas is compliant?
A compliant Texas mobile notary will present a state-issued commission certificate on request, carry their official seal, keep a valid $10,000 surety bond on file, and never charge more than the Texas statutory maximum ($6 per notarial act). Always confirm the commission expiration date before signing.
What notarial acts are legally recognized in Texas?
Texas notaries can perform acknowledgments (confirming a signer's identity and willingness), jurats (administering an oath that a document's contents are true), copy certifications, and — where the state has authorized it — remote online notarization (RON) through an approved platform.
Do mobile notaries in Texas need a special license?
No. Mobile notaries in Texas operate under the standard Texas notary public commission — there is no separate "mobile notary" license. Loan signing agents often add voluntary certification through the National Notary Association (NNA) or the Signing Professionals Workgroup (SPW), which title companies frequently request for mortgage signings.
What documents commonly require notarization in Texas?
Frequently notarized Texas documents include real estate deeds and mortgage packages, powers of attorney, affidavits and sworn statements, trust and estate paperwork, vehicle title transfers, and international documents needing an apostille. Loan signings for purchases and refinances make up a large share of mobile notary work across Texas.
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