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Orange County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in Orange 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 Orange County
Office: Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department
Address: 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Phone: (714) 834-2500
Website: https://ocrecorder.com/clerk-services/notary-public-registration
Filing Fees
- $43.00 total baseline fee (assuming a standard 1-page bond ($28.00 Notary Public registration/filing fee + a $15.00 Bond Recording fee for the first page).
- $3.00 per page for each additional page of the bond after the first page.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Check or Money Order (made payable to Orange County Clerk-Recorder).
- Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover).
Appointment Requirements
Scheduling an appointment online is not required; however, applicants MUST complete an application prior visiting the office. Notary registrations are fully available on a walk-in basis at the Santa Ana, Anaheim, and Laguna Hills locations. Office Hours: Santa Ana opens 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Anaheim and Laguna Hills open 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Strict 4:00 PM Professional Registration Cutoff: The county explicitly dictates that all professional registrations (including notary public oath and bond filings) are only available until 4:00 PM.
You can complete your application using the official county website below.
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
Orange County also offers mail filing. The applicant must first take their oath of office before an active, commissioned Notary Public physically located within Orange County.
Mailing Process: Send the original $15,000 surety bond (signed by the applicant), two copies of the Oath of Office (fully executed by the administering notary), a photocopy of the Secretary of State commission certificate, and a check or money order for the exact amount ($43.00 assuming a standard 1-page bond) to the main headquarters.
Mailing Address: Orange County Clerk-Recorder, Attn: Clerk Desk, 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Tip: Include a self-addressed stamped envelope to prevent any return processing delays for conformed copies.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (714) 834-2500.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!