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Tulare County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in Tulare 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 Tulare County
Office: Tulare County Clerk-Recorder
Address: 221 S. Mooney Blvd., Room 105, Visalia, CA 93291
Phone: (559) 636-5051
Website: https://tularecounty.ca.gov/assessor/county-clerk-recorder/notary-public
Filing Fees
- Filing Fee of $59.00. If the bond is more than one page an additional $3 fee is required.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Major Credit/Debit Cards.
- Check or Money Order made payable exactly to: Tulare County Clerk-Recorder.
Appointment Requirements
Appointments are not required in Fresno County.
They handle all notary public filings and professional registrations strictly on a first-come, first-served walk-in queue system. General Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Online application is required before filing in person.
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
Tulare County also offers mail filing. The applicant must first take their oath of office forms to an active Notary Public physically working within Tulare County to execute the sworn block.
Send a copy of the Secretary of State commission certificate, two completed copies of the Oath of Office (originally signed by the applicant and fully executed by the local administering notary), the original signed $15,000 surety bond, a brief cover note with the student’s daytime phone number, a check or money order for the exact amount ($59.00 baseline), and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Mailing Address: Tulare County Clerk-Recorder, 221 S. Mooney Blvd., Room 105, Visalia, CA 93291.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (559) 636-5051.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!