A person with a felony conviction or a conviction involving moral turpitude is ineligible to become a notary public in Texas.
Texas does not require applicants to pass a formal exam to become a notary public.
A $10,000 surety bond is required as part of the application process to protect the public from errors or misconduct by the notary.
You must be a legal resident of Texas to apply for a notary public commission in the state.
You must be at least 18 years old to qualify as a Texas notary public.
