California 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
- Instant download — open in any browser, print to PDF
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California Notary Fee Rules
California 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.
$15 per notarized signature. Travel fees allowed if reasonable and agreed to in advance. RON is authorized by SB 696 (2023) but not yet operative; it starts when the Secretary of State certifies its system, by January 1, 2030 at the latest.
In-person notarization required in California
Remote Online Notarization (RON) is not currently available in California. You must appear in person before a commissioned notary public.Travel fees are separate
Most California 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 California Compares Nationally
California's $15 acknowledgment fee ranks #37 of 51 jurisdictions (50 states + DC) (tied with 3 other jurisdictions at the same fee) (more expensive than most). The national average maximum is $8 per notarial act, and 41 of 51 jurisdictions set a statutory fee cap at all — California is one of them.
California vs. Neighboring States
Find a Notary in California
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 California
Become a commissioned notary in California and earn $15 per signature. Low barrier to entry — most states approve in 4–8 weeks.