How to Become a Notary Public in Colorado

This guide details every step, requirement, cost, timeline, and optional Remote Online Notary (RON) registration in Colorado—completely link-free.

Steps to Becoming a Notary Public in Colorado

Meet eligibility requirements
Complete mandatory notary training and exam
Purchase a $10,000 surety bond
Complete and notarize the oath of office
Submit your application, bond, oath, and fee
Receive your notary commission certificate
Purchase your notary seal and journal
Optionally register as a Remote Online Notary (RON)
Renew your commission every four years

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Colorado Notary Public Process

Commissions are valid for four years.
Applicants must complete a training course and pass an exam.
All documents—application, bond, oath, and fees—are submitted together.
Once commissioned, notaries can perform acknowledgments, jurats, oaths, and certify copies.
RON is optional and available after traditional commissioning.

Cost to Become a Notary in Colorado

The total cost varies based on required and optional supplies. Below is a cost breakdown:

Item	Cost	Details
Application Fee	$10	Paid with application
Training & Exam	$30–$60	Required for new applicants
$10,000 Surety Bond	$30–$60	Required for four-year commission
Notary Seal/Stamp	$15–$40	Must meet state specs
Notary Journal	$10–$50	Required for recordkeeping
Total Estimated Cost	$95–$220+	Varies with vendor and supplies

Colorado Commission Processing Time

Once your application package is submitted, the Secretary of State typically processes commissions in 2–3 weeks.

Colorado Notary Requirements

To qualify as a Notary Public in Colorado, applicants must:

Be at least 18 years old
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Be a resident of Colorado
Be able to read and write English
Have no felony convictions (unless rights are restored)
Not have a professional license suspended or revoked

Notary Training Requirements

First-time applicants must complete a state-approved notary training course, either in-person or online
Must pass a closed-book notary exam following training
Renewing notaries may skip training if recommissioned before expiration

Bond, Oath & Application Process

Purchase a $10,000 surety bond
Complete the official oath of office and have it notarized
Submit the bond, oath, training certificate, and fee together during application

Colorado Notary Supplies

To perform notarizations in Colorado, Notaries need:

Notary Seal or Stamp – Must include your full name, “Notary Public – State of Colorado,” commission expiration date, and county.
Notary Journal – Must be bound, permanent, and kept for a minimum of seven years. It also must include details like date, signer’s name, type of act, and fee recorded.

Renewing a Colorado Notary Commission

Notary commissions expire every four years
Renew by submitting a new bond, oath, application, and payment
Training and exam waived if within 90 days of expiration
Order a new seal if commission information changes

Remote Online Notarization (RON) in Colorado

Once commissioned as a traditional notary, you may apply for RON:

Complete additional RON training
Use a state-approved RON provider and technology
Maintain electronic seals and secure journals
Meet identity verification and recordkeeping standards for remote acts

Conclusion

Becoming a Notary Public in Colorado involves clear, state-specific steps: eligibility, training, bonding, filing, and supplying. With optional RON registration, you can extend your services into the digital space. Once commissioned, you’ll serve your community throughout the state for four years.