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Chapters
17
Sections
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Updated January 2026
Your Study Path

Texas Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Create Texas SOS Portal Account

Register on the Texas Secretary of State portal to access the mandatory notary education course.

1
hours
2

Complete SOS Education CourseYou are here

Take the 2-hour state-provided education course covering Texas Government Code Chapter 406 and SB693 requirements.

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hours
3

Study Texas Notary Laws

Review notarial acts, journal requirements, identification rules, and the new criminal penalties under SB693.

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hours
4

Obtain Bond & Supplies

Purchase $10,000 surety bond ($50), official notary seal, and record book. Submit $21 application to SOS.

2
hours
Estimated total study time
15 hours
That's about 2 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Texas Notary Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
18 years or older
Education
Complete mandatory education course through Texas SOS portal (effective January 1, 2026)
Background Check
Not required for traditional notary (required for RON)
Additional Requirements
  • Must be a Texas resident
  • Must obtain $10,000 surety bond for 4-year term
  • Must maintain a record book (journal) - 10-year retention required
  • SB693: Criminal offense to notarize without personal appearance
  • State jail felony if document involves real property transfer
  • Private education courses do NOT fulfill state requirement
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What You'll Study

7 chapters covering everything you need to pass

Texas Notary-Specific Topics Covered

Texas Government Code Chapter 406SB693 New Notary Law Changes (2025-2026)Mandatory SOS Education Course$10,000 Surety Bond Requirement10-Year Journal Retention RuleCriminal Penalties for Remote Notarization FraudState Jail Felony for Real Property Document FraudPersonal Appearance RequirementAcknowledgments vs. Jurats vs. OathsDepositions & ProtestsNotary Seal SpecificationsOnline vs. In-Person Notarization
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Texas Notary Exam Details

Texas Notary Public

Administered by Texas Secretary of State

Official Source
Complete SOS education course
Passing Score
Online
Questions
2
Hours
$96-$126 total ($21 filing + $50 bond + seal/journal)
Exam Fee
Study time: 10-20 hours
Prerequisites: 18+ years, TX resident, complete SOS education course (required Jan 2026+)
Valid for: 4 years (renewable with education course)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Texas Secretary of State content outline

Notarial Acts35%

Acknowledgments, jurats, oaths, depositions, protests

Texas Government Code25%

Chapter 406, SB693 requirements, criminal penalties

Identity Verification20%

Satisfactory evidence, personal knowledge, personal appearance

Record Keeping15%

Journal requirements, 10-year retention, seal specifications

Prohibited Acts & Penalties5%

Class A misdemeanor, state jail felony for real property

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What's Next After the Texas Notary?

After passing the Texas Notary, you can pursue these career paths

Loan Signing Agent

Earn $75-$175 per real estate signing

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TX Real Estate

Combine with real estate license

Mobile Notary

Offer on-site services with travel fees

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Remote Online Notary (RON)

Perform notarizations via video (additional requirements)

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Texas Notary Exam FAQ

Official Texas Secretary of State Resources

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