Notary Public in Nebraska
Browse 22 cities in Nebraska to find a notary public near you.
Nebraska notaries are appointed by the Secretary of State and serve a 4-year commission. Omaha's growing financial, insurance, and corporate sectors create consistent demand for notary services, particularly for corporate documents and business transactions, alongside personal document needs statewide. The fee cap is $5 per signature. Remote online notarization is legal in Nebraska. Becoming a notary here requires a $15,000 surety bond along with both training and an exam — among the more rigorous entry requirements for a state this size.
Is this notary really commissioned?
Anyone can claim to be a notary. Before you rely on one for an important document, it costs nothing to check that their commission is real, active, and hasn't expired.
Nebraska notaries are commissioned by the Nebraska Secretary of State — Notary Section, which provides a free public commission lookup.
Verify a Nebraskanotary's commission →What you can legally be charged
As of July 2026, Nebraska law caps the fee a notary can charge for a standard notarial act at $1–$5 per notarial act, depending on the act performed. A notary who charges more than the legal maximum for a standard act is breaking the law — you're entitled to ask what they charge before they begin.
What to expect
- Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID — the notary can't proceed without one.
- Your notary is required to record the transaction in a journal — expect to sign it and provide some basic details.
- Every document is marked with the notary's official stamp or seal, confirming the notarization is complete.
Remote Online Notarization
Nebraska has adopted RON — documents can be notarized over a live video call.
Full RON details →For aspiring notaries
Becoming a notary in Nebraska
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | $15,000 bond required |
| Training course | Required |
| State exam | Required |
Total cost to become a notary in Nebraska typically runs $102, covering the application, bond, training, and supplies.
Full guide to becoming a notary →Sourced from the National Notary Association, verified July 2026. Confirm current requirements with the Nebraska Secretary of State — Notary Section.