Alabama Notary Fee Limits (2026)
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Find the maximum notary fee a notary can legally charge in your state.
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.
See exactly what you get- All 50 states — fee caps for acknowledgments, jurats, oaths, and RON
- 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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Alabama Notary Fee Rules
Alabama sets a maximum fee that notaries may charge. Charging more than the statutory maximum is a violation that can result in loss of notary commission.
$10 per act. RON limited to paper documents only. Travel fees are not capped but must be disclosed.
Remote Online Notarization available in Alabama
Get documents notarized from anywhere via video call — no need to drive to a notary's office. Maximum RON fee: $10 per notarial act.Travel fees are separate
Most Alabama notaries are allowed to charge a travel fee on top of the per-act fee. Always confirm the total (notarization + travel) before booking a mobile notary.How Alabama Compares Nationally
Alabama's $10 acknowledgment fee ranks #21 of 51 jurisdictions (50 states + DC) (tied with 15 other jurisdictions at the same fee) (cheaper than most). The national average maximum is $8 per notarial act, and 41 of 51 jurisdictions set a statutory fee cap at all — Alabama is one of them.
Alabama vs. Neighboring States
| State | Acknowledgment | Jurat | RON | Bond | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama ◀ | $10 | $10 | $10 | Not stated | Not stated |
| Georgia | $2 | $2 | Not available | None required | 4 years |
| Tennessee | No cap | No cap | $25 | Not stated | Not stated |
| Mississippi | $5 | $5 | Not available | $5,000 | 4 years |
| Florida | $10 | $10 | $25 | $7,500 | 4 years |
Find a Notary in Alabama
Need a document notarized? Find a mobile notary or online notary available in your area — with same-day appointments and online RON options.
Mobile notaries charge $40–$75 with travel fees. Online: about $25, done in 15 minutes.
Earn Extra Income as a Notary in Alabama
Become a commissioned notary in Alabama and earn $10 per signature. Low barrier to entry — most states approve in 4–8 weeks.