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El Dorado County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in El Dorado County is a required step after receiving your California notary commission. This guide covers exactly where to go, what to bring, the filing fees, and how to schedule your appointment. If you don’t have your notary bond yet, you can purchase one here.
Where to File in El Dorado County
Office: El Dorado County Recorder
Address: 360 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667
Phone: (530) 621-5490
Website: https://www.eldoradocounty.ca.gov/County-Government/County-Departments/Recorder-Clerk
Filing Fees
- $49.00 total fee ($35.00 for the standard recording fee for the physical bond itself + $14.00 for the first standard 1-page bond.
- $3.00 per page for any additional pages of the bond.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Credit/Debit Cards (in-person only).
- Check or Money Order. made payable to El Dorado County Clerk Recorder.
Appointment Requirements
Appointments are required in El Dorado County. You can schedule your appointment using the official county website below.
The county operates its public counter from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. However, to file a notary oath in person, they strictly state it is by appointment only, applicants shouldn’t just show up. They are instructed to complete the pre-registration paperwork using the online self-service wizard first, and then book their exact appointment slot.
What to Bring
- Original notary commission certificate
- $15,000 notary bond
- Two unsigned oath of office forms
- Valid photo ID
- Payment for filing fees
Important Tips
- You must file within 30 calendar days of your commission start date
- Arrive early for your appointment
- Double-check your bond for accuracy before filing
Mail Filing Option
El Dorado County also offers mail filing. The oath must be taken and subscribed before an active notary public within El Dorado County first. Send the original $15,000 notary bond, two completed copies of the Oath of Office (originally signed by the applicant and the administering notary), a photocopy of the Secretary of State commission certificate, and a check or money order for the exact fee to: El Dorado County Recorder-Clerk, 360 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667.
Tip: The county requests that mail filings be sent via Certified Mail or any physical carrier that provides a tracking delivery receipt.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (530) 621-5490.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!