Notary at UPS Store — Cost, Hours & What to Bring
UPS Store locations offer walk-in notary services at most branches — but fees vary by state and store. Here's exactly what to expect before you drive there.
Not legal advice. UPS Store notary fees are set by individual franchise owners within state law limits. Fees and availability vary by location — always call ahead to confirm.
A state-by-state reference covering notary fee caps, remote online notarization (RON) availability, and step-by-step instructions for getting documents notarized from home. Know your rights and the legal maximums before you pay a notary.
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- RON status for every state — which states allow remote online notarization in 2026
- Step-by-step guide to getting documents notarized via video call
- Mobile notary tips — what to ask upfront, how to avoid overcharging
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The UPS Store is one of the most reliable places to get a document notarized without an appointment. With more than 3,900 locations offering online appointments, it's often the most convenient option when your bank notary is booked or unavailable.
The catch: UPS Store notary fees aren't fixed nationally. The UPS Store's own pages say pricing and hours vary by location, and a store's notary page can state that its notary fee is set by the state (the Charlotte, North Carolina store says $10 per principal signature, set by North Carolina). State caps differ widely: California $15, Texas $10, New York $2 per act in our fee data.
Here's everything you need to know before you walk in.
What UPS Store Notary Actually Costs
The fee for a notarial act depends on your state, because state law sets the maximum a notary can charge per act. A "notarial act" is one signature or stamp: if your document has three places requiring notarization, expect to pay the per-act fee three times. The UPS Store's national page does not list a price, so check your own store's notary page.
The table below shows the maximum a notary may charge per act in twelve large states, from our state fee data. Your store's price should not exceed your state's cap.
| State | State cap per act | Note |
|---|---|---|
| California | $15 | State cap per act |
| Texas | $10 | State cap per act |
| Florida | $10 | State cap per act |
| New York | $2 | State cap per act |
| Illinois | $5 | State cap per act |
| Pennsylvania | $5 | State cap per act |
| Ohio | $5 | State cap per act |
| Washington | $15 | State cap per act |
| Georgia | $2 | State cap per act |
| Colorado | $15 | State cap per act |
| North Carolina | $10 | State cap per act |
| Arizona | $10 | State cap per act |
See all 50 states' statutory notary fee caps
Notary availability at UPS Store depends on staff certification at each franchise. Many locations have a notary on site during regular business hours, but some smaller or lower-traffic stores do not. Call your local store before driving over, especially if you need after-hours or weekend service.
What to Bring to UPS Store Notary
Walking in without the right items is the most common reason notarizations fail. Bring all of the following:
What UPS Store Notaries Can and Cannot Notarize
UPS Store notaries are commissioned through their state and can notarize most standard documents. However, there are categories they routinely decline.
- Affidavits and sworn statements
- Power of attorney documents
- Real estate documents (deeds, etc.)
- Vehicle title transfers
- Loan documents
- Travel consent letters for minors
- Authorization letters
- Acknowledgments and jurats
- I-9 employment verification forms
- Documents in languages other than English (varies)
- Wills (some states prohibit, most notaries decline)
- Documents that appear incomplete or altered
- Pre-signed documents
- Documents requiring a witness (not just a notary)
- Documents needing apostille certification
If your document needs an apostille (an international certification for use in foreign countries), that's a separate step after notarization — done through your state's Secretary of State office, not UPS. UPS can notarize the document; the SOS certifies the notary's signature via apostille.
UPS Store Notary Hours — What to Expect
Most UPS Stores are open Monday–Friday 8am–7pm and Saturday 9am–5pm, with some locations open Sundays. Notary availability often mirrors store hours, but is limited by when a commissioned staff member is on duty — which isn't always guaranteed.
To find the nearest UPS Store with notary service:
- Go to theupsstore.com/tools/find-a-store
- Enter your zip code or city
- Filter by "Notary Services" in the services filter
- Call the specific location before driving — availability varies daily
Cheaper Alternatives to UPS Store Notary
If cost matters more than convenience, here are options that are free or significantly cheaper:
Get Notarized Online for $25 — No UPS Required
Proof connects you with a commissioned notary via live video call. Works for POA, affidavits, real estate docs, and more. Available 24/7 — get it done from your phone.
Mobile notaries charge $40–$75 with travel fees. Online: about $25, done in 15 minutes.
Book Online or Walk In: How The UPS Store Handles Notary Visits
The UPS Store says online appointment scheduling is available at more than 3,900 locations. Its individual store pages offer both routes: make an appointment online, or stop by. If you are going on a weekday evening or a Saturday, or you need the notary to witness several people, booking removes the guesswork about whether a notary is on shift.
Each store sets what it offers. The company's own wording is that products, services, pricing and hours vary by location, so use the Find a Store tool on theupsstore.com and open the notary page for the store you plan to use.
Sources: The UPS Store notary services, Example store page (New York, NY) (checked November 2026)
Witnesses, Wills and I-9 Forms: Check Before You Go
Some documents need signature witnesses as well as the notary, and The UPS Store says not all locations are staffed to provide them. Its store pages tell you to contact the store beforehand to find out whether it can supply witnesses. If it cannot, arrange your own before the visit.
The company also says many of its stores do not notarize I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification forms or wills, and asks you to contact the store first if you have either. Beyond that, each store confirms which documents its notary can handle, so a short call saves a wasted trip.
Remember what a store notary is for. The UPS Store notary is not a lawyer and is prohibited from helping you prepare, complete or understand a legal document. Bring the finished document and a valid, government-issued photo ID.
Sources: The UPS Store notary services, Example store page (Charlotte, NC) (checked November 2026)
One Signature, One Fee: How a Store Prices Several Signers
A Charlotte, North Carolina store shows how the pricing works in practice. Its page says the $10 fee per principal signature is set by the State of North Carolina and that every place that requires a principal signature costs $10, so the fee is counted per principal signature, not per document. The company's national page does not publish a single price, so the figure that applies to you is the one on your store's page and your state's cap.
Source: Example store page (Charlotte, NC) (checked November 2026)
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