Notary fees
California notary fees
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Acknowledgment or proof of a deed or other instrumentCal. Gov. Code § 8211 | $15.00 per signature |
| Oath or affirmation to one person and executing the juratCal. Gov. Code § 8211 | $15.00 per signer |
| Certifying a copy of a power of attorney, Probate Code § 4307Cal. Gov. Code § 8211 | $15.00 per act |
| Deposition servicesCal. Gov. Code § 8211 | $30.00 per act |
Travel fees in California
The fee statute lists maximum fees for the services above and does not mention travel charges. Source: Cal. Gov. Code § 8211.
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Also worth knowing
- No fee may be charged to notarize signatures on vote by mail ballot identification envelopes or other voting materials.
- No fee may be charged to a U.S. military veteran for notarizing a claim for a veteran's benefit, per Gov. Code § 6107.
Sending a document abroad? See California apostille cost and timing.
Figures checked against the official sources linked here on November 7, 2026. These are the legal maximums, not a quote: a notary may charge less. This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change, so confirm with the official source before relying on a figure.
California notary fee questions
How much can a notary charge in California?
In California, the most a notary may charge for acknowledgment or proof of a deed or other instrument is $15.00 per signature. Oath or affirmation to one person and executing the jurat: $15.00 per signer. Certifying a copy of a power of attorney, Probate Code § 4307: $15.00 per act. Deposition services: $30.00 per act.
Can a notary charge a travel fee in California?
The fee statute lists maximum fees for the services above and does not mention travel charges.