Notary fees

Michigan notary fees

In Michigan, the most a notary may charge for any notarial act is $10.00 per act.
Maximum notary fees in Michigan
ActMaximum fee
Any notarial actMich. Comp. Laws § 55.285(7)$10.00 per act

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Travel fees in Michigan

Before traveling, the notary and client may agree on a separate travel fee. Source: Mich. Comp. Laws § 55.285(7).

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Also worth knowing

  • The $10.00 cap applies to any individual transaction or notarial act.
  • The notary must display a fee sign or tell the person the fee before performing the act.

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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.

Michigan notary fee questions

How much can a notary charge in Michigan?

In Michigan, the most a notary may charge for any notarial act is $10.00 per act.

Can a notary charge a travel fee in Michigan?

Before traveling, the notary and client may agree on a separate travel fee.