Online Notary Cost by State: What You Should Know
Online notary cost by state depends on the applicable notary rules, the number of notarial acts, and the provider's pricing. A state's maximum notarial fee is not automatically the total price you pay. Notary20 advertises a flat $20 per document for eligible online notarizations.
Why Online Notary Prices Differ by State
States can set different fees for traditional and remote notarizations. Some limits apply per notarial act, while other rules allow an online fee in addition to ordinary notarial fees. Separate technology or service charges may also be permitted under the applicable law.
- Ask whether the quote is per document, signer, signature, act, or session.
- Check whether technology charges are included and permitted.
- Ask about extra documents, witnesses, and any retry or cancellation charges.
Selected State Examples: Remote Notary Fee Limits
The examples below illustrate different fee rules. They are not a 50-state price list or a guaranteed customer quote. These rules concern notaries operating under the named state's authority.
| State | Remote fee rule | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | Maximum remote notarization fee: $25. | The Secretary of State identifies a separate remote limit. |
| Washington | Maximum remote notarial act fee: $25. | This differs from its $15 maximum for listed ordinary acts. |
| Florida | Up to $25 for an online notarial act. | Section 117.275 permits separate fees for non-notarial services, including RON provider services. |
| Texas | Up to $25 for online notarization, in addition to other fees authorized by Section 406.024. | The online fee alone does not establish the full total. |
Always check the current official rules and request an itemized quote. A maximum fee is a ceiling for the covered service, not a required charge.
Does Your Home State Determine the Price?
Your location alone does not tell you which fee schedule applies. Ask where the notary is commissioned and where the act will be performed. For example, Oregon's guidance requires its remote notary to be in Oregon but allows the signer to be elsewhere when the requirements are satisfied.
Document eligibility and recipient acceptance are separate questions from pricing. Do not assume an out-of-state remote notarization will satisfy every court, school, government agency, or recording office.
State Fee Limits vs. Your Total Provider Quote
A provider may quote one document price or use a base session charge with additional charges for extra acts or signers. Do not compare these units as if they were the same.
For the broader pricing overview, read our Online Notary Cost Guide .
Notary20's $20 Online Option
Notary20's advertised standard price is $20 per document for eligible documents. This is the provider's offer, not a state fee cap. If your request involves several signers, witnesses, unusual certificates, or multiple documents, confirm the scope and total before paying.
- Confirm your recipient accepts remote notarization and electronic delivery.
- Submit your document and identification through the request page.
- Follow the notary's identification and signing instructions.
- Keep your Request ID and match the payment to your email.
Online notarization still requires the legally required appearance and identification process. Follow instructions about when to sign; uploading documents alone does not complete a notarial act.
What to Check Before Paying
- Acceptance: Does your recipient require an in-person notary or an original paper document?
- Eligibility: Can the provider handle your document and location?
- Price: What exactly is included in the final quote?
- Preparation: Is your ID current and are all required document fields ready?
- Delivery: Will the resulting format meet your recipient's requirements?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is online notarization always $25?
No. Some states use a $25 remote fee limit, but the actual quote depends on the applicable rules and provider. Notary20 advertises $20 per eligible document.
Does a state cap include every platform fee?
Not necessarily. Florida expressly treats non-notarial services separately. Other jurisdictions have their own rules; ask for an itemized quote instead of assuming every additional fee is allowed.
Can I use a remote notary from another state?
It may be possible when the applicable law permits it and your document is eligible. Confirm the notary's authority and recipient requirements before proceeding.
Is online notarization always cheaper than visiting a notary?
No. Compare the actual local quote with the complete online quote, including any extra charges and your travel needs.
Official Sources
- Oregon Secretary of State: Remote and Electronic Notarization FAQs
- Washington WAC 308-30-220: Fees for Notarial Acts
- Florida Statutes Section 117.275: Online Notarization Fees
- Texas Government Code: Sections 406.024 and 406.111
Start Your Online Notarization
Confirm acceptance, then submit your eligible document to Notary20. Review the $20 per-document offer and follow the required notarial process.