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Utah Notary Public

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Utah Notary Public: Study Roadmap

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Download Utah Notary Study Guide

Obtain the official Utah Notary Public Study Guide and Handbook and the 2026 Study Guide Supplement (Notary Journal) from notary.utah.gov - these are your primary study resources.

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Study Utah Notary LawsYou are here

Master Utah Code Title 46, Chapter 1, notarial acts, and identification requirements covered in the handbook.

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Take the Online Exam

Pass the 35-question online exam at notary.utah.gov. Need 61+ points out of 65 to pass. Retakes cost $40 each within 30 days of your first test; after that the full $95 applies.

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Obtain Bond & Complete Application

Purchase a $5,000 surety bond, complete the Oath of Office, upload both to the Lieutenant Governor's portal, and buy your stamp and journal after you receive your Certificate of Authority.

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

Can You Take the Utah Notary Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
18 years or older
Education
Self-study from the Utah Notary Public Study Guide and Handbook and the 2026 journal supplement - no mandatory course required
Background Check
Mandatory background check through Utah Lieutenant Governor's Office
Additional Requirements
  • •Must be U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
  • •Must lawfully reside in Utah OR be employed in Utah for at least 30 days prior to applying
  • •Must be able to read, write, and understand English
  • •Must obtain $5,000 surety bond for 4-year term (~$50)
  • •Bond start date becomes commission start date
  • •If you fail the exam, each retake costs $40 within 30 days of your first test; after 30 days the full $95 applies
  • •Must upload bond and Oath of Office to complete application
  • •Notaries commissioned or renewing on or after May 6, 2026 must keep a physical journal (10-year retention)
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What You'll Study

8 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

Utah Notary-Specific Topics Covered

Utah Code Title 46, Chapter 1Online Exam at notary.utah.gov61/65 Points Required to Pass$5,000 Surety Bond RequirementBackground Check RequirementAcknowledgments vs. Jurats vs. OathsVerifications on Oath or AffirmationCopy CertificationsIdentity Verification StandardsJournal RequirementsRemote Online Notarization (RON)4-Year Commission Term

Utah Notary Exam Details

Utah Notary Public

Administered by Utah Lieutenant Governor's Office

Official Source
61/65 points (approximately 94%)
Passing Score
35
Questions
Not
Time Limit
$145+ total ($55 application + $40 test paid to the state, ~$50 bond per the Lt. Governor's office), plus stamp and journal
Exam Fee
Study time: 15-25 hours
Prerequisites: 18+ years, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, Utah resident or employed 30+ days in Utah, background check
Valid for: 4 years (renewable with exam)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Utah Lieutenant Governor's Office content outline

4-Point Fundamental Questions (Top 10 Mistakes of Notaries Public)61.5%

10 questions worth 4 points each (40 of 65 points): notarial language, confusing notarial acts, electronic signatures, personal appearance, naming the signer, policies contrary to UCA 46-1-8, proper ID, refusing documents for content, seal left with employer, materially incomplete certificates

1-Point Questions38.5%

25 questions worth 1 point each (25 of 65 points) on the rest of the Study Guide and Handbook and Utah Code Title 46, Chapter 1

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What's Next After the Utah Notary?

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

Remote Online Notary (RON)

Perform video notarizations (separate certification and an additional $5,000 of bond coverage)

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Loan Signing Agent

Handle real estate loan document signings (separate private certification)

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UT Real Estate

Combine with real estate license

Mobile Notary

Serve Salt Lake City/Provo/Ogden metros

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