State of Arkansas Official Notary Seal Requirements
Each notary public must have a seal of office, which can be either a rubber stamp or a metal
embosser.
The seal MUST be in blue or black ink and include the following information:
- The notary public’s official name as written in his/her official signature.
- The notary’s county of commission – the county where his/her bond is filed.
- The words “Notary Public” and “Arkansas.”
- Notary public’s commission expiration date.
- Notary public’s commission number.
The seal of office may NOT include:
- Great Seal of the State of Arkansas
- Outline of the State of Arkansas
The notary seal must be clear, legible, and capable of photographic reproduction.
When using an embosser, you must use blue or black ink with the embosser to
ensure it can be photocopied.