Notary fees
Texas notary fees
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Acknowledgment or proof of a deed or other instrument, with certificate and sealTex. Gov't Code § 406.024 | $10.00 per signature, then $1.00 for each additional signature |
| Administering an oath or affirmation, with certificate and sealTex. Gov't Code § 406.024 | $10.00 per act |
| Copy of a record or paper in the notary public's officeTex. Gov't Code § 406.024 | $1.00 per page |
| Protesting a bill or note for nonacceptance or nonpayment, register and sealTex. Gov't Code § 406.024 | $4.00 per act |
| Certificate under seal not otherwise provided forTex. Gov't Code § 406.024 | $10.00 per act |
| Online notarizationTex. Gov't Code § 406.111 | $25.00 per act |
Travel fees in Texas
Texas's notary chapter sets no travel or mileage fee rule. Source: Tex. Gov't Code ch. 406.
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Also worth knowing
- A notary may charge a fee only for the acts listed in § 406.024, and not more than the listed amount as adjusted.
- The Secretary of State adjusts these fees for inflation once every five years.
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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.
Texas notary fee questions
How much can a notary charge in Texas?
In Texas, the most a notary may charge for acknowledgment or proof of a deed or other instrument, with certificate and seal is $10.00 per signature, then $1.00 for each additional signature. Administering an oath or affirmation, with certificate and seal: $10.00 per act. Copy of a record or paper in the notary public's office: $1.00 per page. Protesting a bill or note for nonacceptance or nonpayment, register and seal: $4.00 per act. Certificate under seal not otherwise provided for: $10.00 per act.
Can a notary charge a travel fee in Texas?
Texas's notary chapter sets no travel or mileage fee rule.
What is the fee for remote online notarization in Texas?
Online notarization: $25.00 per act.