How to Handle a Name Change in the State of Texas
If you recently changed your name or are considering changing your name in the near future, you may be wondering what that means in regards to your notary commission. Well, in the state of Texas, it doesn’t have to mean anything until your current commission expires. If, however, you want to officially change the name on your commission, the process is very straight-forward.If you are bonded through an agency other than Notary Public Underwriters:
You will need to send your Secretary of State’s office the following: - A completed Name Change Application (Form 2305) - Your original notary commission - A rider or endorsement from your bonding agency indicating the name change - $20 filing fee All of these need to be mailed, at the same time, to:SECRETARY OF STATE
Statutory Documents Section
PO Box 13375
Austin, TX 78711-3375