Idaho notary public
No examWhat it takes to become a notary public in Idaho, from the state's official commissioning authority.
- Written exam
- No exam
- Administered by
- n/a (Secretary of State or approved entity offers a non-mandatory course)
- Commission term
- 6 years
- Surety bond
- $10,000 surety bond
- Notes
- Commissions are not renewed — applicant reapplies for a fresh 6-year commission each time with a new bond; $30 filing fee. Official SOS instructions page did not itself state the bond dollar figure; corroborated via multiple bonding-industry sources.
Preparing to be a Idaho notary
Idaho doesn't require a written exam, but the responsibility is real. PrepTempo's Notary course confirms you understand notarial acts, identifying signers, and how to avoid unauthorized practice of law before you take on the liability.
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Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal advice. Requirements change; confirm with the Idaho commissioning authority. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state authority or the National Notary Association.