How Much Does a Notary Cost in New York?
NY notary fees range from free (at banks and libraries) to $200+ (for mobile notary appointments). The $2 statutory fee only covers the notarial act itself. Here is a complete breakdown.
NY Notary Fee Schedule
| Service | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Standard notarization | $2 per act |
| Bank notarization (account holder) | Free |
| Library notarization (NYC) | Free |
| Mobile notary (NYC) | $75-200/appointment |
| Mobile notary (upstate NY) | $35-100/appointment |
| Remote online notary (RON) | Up to $25/act |
| Loan signing agent (NYC) | $100-250/signing |
| Apostille notarization | $2 + service fees |
| Hospital/care facility visit | $100-250 |
Free Notary Services in New York
Free Notary Locations
- Chase Bank (account holders - free)
- Bank of America (account holders - free)
- Wells Fargo (account holders - free)
- TD Bank (account holders - free)
- Credit unions (most - members free)
- NY Public Library branches (NYC)
- Some AAA offices (members)
- Some shipping stores (small fee)
When to Pay for a Mobile Notary
- +You cannot leave your home or office
- +Documents needed on weekends or evenings
- +Hospital, care facility, or jail visits
- +Multiple signers in different locations
- +Urgent same-day notarization needed
- +Loan or real estate closing package
- +You value speed over cost savings
NY Notary Licensing Costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Exam fee | $15 |
| Application fee (initial) | $60 |
| Renewal fee (every 4 years) | $60 |
| Additional county filing | $10/county |
| Name or address change | $10 |
| Duplicate ID card | $10 |
| Certificate of Official Character (SOS) | $10 |
| Certificate of Official Character (County Clerk) | $5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The statutory notary fee in New York is $2 per notarial act (acknowledgment, oath, or affirmation). This is set by NY Executive Law Section 136 and cannot be exceeded for the notarization itself. Mobile notaries charge separately for travel.
The $2 statutory fee only covers the notarial act itself. Mobile notaries also charge a separate travel fee or call-out fee that is not regulated by NY law. This covers their time, transportation, and availability. Most NYC mobile notaries charge $75-200 per appointment total.
Many banks and credit unions notarize documents for free to account holders (Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, TD Bank, etc.). New York Public Library branches also offer free notary services. Some UPS Store locations offer notarizations for a small fee.
Loan signing agent fees in NY are not regulated. NYC-area signings typically range from $100-250 per appointment. Refinance signings are usually lower than purchase closings. The fee covers the notary's time, expertise, travel, and printing.
Yes. The exam fee is $15. The application fee is $60. The total initial cost to get commissioned is $75 plus any study materials. If you need to file your commission in additional counties, add $10 per county.
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