The secretary has provided both a chart summarizing which states and territories require such a seal and a more detailed list referencing the authority under which the seal is required, and when available, the specifications for the seal.
http://sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-requirements.shtml
If a notary stamp is used the following requirements shall apply: (1) The type shall be a minimum of 8 point type. (2) The stamp shall be minimum one and five-eighths inches in diameter. If a rectangular stamp is used the minimum dimensions shall be one inch wide by one and five-eighths inches long.
http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-list.shtml
This information should not be relied on in determining the legal requirements of a particular jurisdiction. If you have any questions, corrections or updates in connection with this information, contact Belinda Kirk, at (512) 475 2725.
http://sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-requirements.shtml
(2) A notary public shall authenticate all of his or her official acts with such seal. (3) A notary public whose commission was issued by the Secretary of State before September 1, 2007, is not required to purchase a new ink stamp seal in order to comply with this section until the notary public's commission expires.
http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-list.shtml
The secretary of state’s office compiled this information for purposes of complying with §405.019, Government Code. Based on our research, we believe this information to be current as of April 2011.
http://sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-requirements.shtml
Notary Seal Requirements: Virginia. The State of Virginia requires the use of an ink stamp or embossing seal that is photographically reproducible. The notary seal must contain the notary public's name as it appears on the notary's commission, words Notary Public and Commonwealth of Virginia. Any information included on the notary's seal or stamp must be accurate. To Order Your Seal: Select the stamp you want to order from below, enter the appropriate information, and upload a copy of your notary commission before adding to cart and selecting any additional accessories.
http://www.stamp-connection.com/va.aspx
(3) A notary public may use a stamp, seal, or electronic process that contains all of the information required by subsection (2). However, the stamp, seal, or electronic process shall not be used in a manner that renders anything illegible on the record being notarized.
http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-list.shtml
(5) Upon delivery of an official seal to a notary public, the notary public shall cause an imprint of the official seal to be filed in the office of the Secretary of State, together with any other information that is by rule required. The filing shall be done in the manner and within the time prescribed by rule.
http://www.sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-list.shtml
Virginia law requires a notary to use a seal on every document they notarize. The law specifies that when a seal is used that it must be sharp, legible, permanent and photographically reproducible. Also, it is recommended that the notary seal be imprinted or stampped just below the notarial statement.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Notary_public_(Virginia)
Section 405.019 of the Texas Government Code requires the secretary of state to compile an annual list of those U.S. states and territories that require notaries public to validate certificates of acknowledgement, proofs of written instruments or jurats by attaching an official seal.
http://sos.state.tx.us/statdoc/notary-seal-requirements.shtml
what type of stamp is required by virginia for a notary
Ink stamp or embossing seal stamp is required by Virginia for a notary. Ink stamp or embossing seal is required by Virginia for a notary.