Notary fees
Maryland notary fees
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Original notarial actCOMAR 01.02.08.02 | $8.00 per act |
| Each signature on same record signed at same time: original or first copy, then each additional copyCOMAR 01.02.08.02 | $8.00 per signature, then $4.00 for each additional signature |
| Certifying a copy of a record in the notary's journalCOMAR 01.02.08.02 | $6.00 per act |
| Remote notarial actCOMAR 01.02.08.02 | $30.00 per act |
Travel fees in Maryland
A notary may charge the IRS business mileage rate plus a travel fee of up to $5 when travel is required. Source: COMAR 01.02.08.02.
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Also worth knowing
- A notary may charge up to $2 per copy for reproducing a notarized record or journal entry.
Sending a document abroad? See Maryland 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.
Maryland notary fee questions
How much can a notary charge in Maryland?
In Maryland, the most a notary may charge for original notarial act is $8.00 per act. Each signature on same record signed at same time: original or first copy, then each additional copy: $8.00 per signature, then $4.00 for each additional signature. Certifying a copy of a record in the notary's journal: $6.00 per act.
Can a notary charge a travel fee in Maryland?
A notary may charge the IRS business mileage rate plus a travel fee of up to $5 when travel is required.
What is the fee for remote online notarization in Maryland?
Remote notarial act: $30.00 per act.