Kansas notary public
No examWhat it takes to become a notary public in Kansas, from the state's official commissioning authority.
- Written exam
- No exam
- Administered by
- n/a for traditional notaries (exam required only for Remote Online Notary registration)
- Commission term
- 4 years
- Surety bond
- $12,000 surety bond (effective Jan 1, 2022), written for the 4-year term
- Notes
- Standard commissioning has no exam; only RON (remote online notary) applicants must complete training and pass an exam. $25 application fee.
Preparing to be a Kansas notary
Kansas 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 Kansas commissioning authority. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state authority or the National Notary Association.