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Arkansas Loan Signing Agent Requirements

Everything a notary loan signing agent needs to know about operating in Arkansas: commission terms, fees, journal requirements, bond obligations, RON status, and compliance notes.

Commission Term
10 years
Max Fee
$5 per notarial act
Journal Required
No
Bond Required
Yes — $7,500
RON Authorized
Yes
Notary Authority
Secretary of State

Key Facts for Arkansas LSAs

  • ·Commission term: 10 years (one of the longest in the US)
  • ·$5 maximum fee per notarial act
  • ·$7,500 surety bond required
  • ·Journal optional
  • ·RON authorized

Journal Requirements

Optional

Optional but highly recommended for loan signings

Remote Online Notarization (RON)

Authorized

RON authorized under Act 376 of 2021

Acceptable Identification

  • Driver's license
  • State ID
  • Passport

Acknowledgment Wording

Standard form per Arkansas Code § 16-47-207

E&O Insurance

E&O insurance not mandated; recommended

Loan Signing Agent (LSA) Certification

No state LSA certification; general notary commission sufficient

Notary Commission Renewal

Arkansas notary commissions are issued by the Secretary of State. Commission term: 10 years.

https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/notary ↗

Frequently asked questions about Arkansas notary signings

What is the notary commission term in Arkansas?

Arkansas notary commissions are issued by the Secretary of State for a term of 10 years.

What is the maximum notary fee in Arkansas?

The maximum notary fee in Arkansas is $5 per notarial act.

Is a notary journal required in Arkansas?

No, a notary journal is not required in Arkansas, but is strongly recommended for loan signings. Optional but highly recommended for loan signings.

Is Remote Online Notarization (RON) authorized in Arkansas?

Yes — RON is authorized in Arkansas. RON authorized under Act 376 of 2021

What surety bond is required in Arkansas?

Arkansas requires a $7,500 surety bond for notary commissions.

What forms of ID are acceptable for notarization in Arkansas?

Acceptable IDs in Arkansas include: Driver's license, State ID, Passport.

How do I renew my notary commission in Arkansas?

Notary commissions in Arkansas are administered by the Secretary of State. Renew at https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/notary.

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