Standard Fees
Standard notary costs range from $0.25 to $20 and are billed on a per-signature or per-person basis. In certain states, notaries can set their own fees. Mortgage closings can cost more than other papers to notarize.
What identification is needed to notarize a document?
Here are the only acceptable identification documents a California notary can use:
- California driver’s license or nondriver’s ID issued by the CA DMV
- U.S. Passport book or card
- Foreign passport stamped by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service
- Driver’s license or nondriver’s ID issued by another U.S. state
Can I get something notarized at the post office?
Even though US post office locations cannot offer notarization services, many share office buildings with public businesses that do provide them. Public banks may offer the most convenient location, but notaries there may not choose to notarize certain documents.
When should a document be notarized?
Notarization serves three purposes:
- To ensure the person signing a document is properly identified
- To ensure the intended person signs the document under their own free will
- To ensure the transaction can be independently verified after the fact
What makes a notarized document invalid?
Illegible/Expired Notary Seal: Stamp impressions that are too dark, too light, incomplete, smudged, or in any way unreadable may cause an otherwise acceptable document to be rejected for its intended use. Changes made to notarial certificates using correction products are not likely to be accepted in a court of law.
How legally binding is a notarized agreement?
A document that’s notarized is a secure way to sign the contract, but the document will still be legally binding and upheld in court without being notarized. The contract will still be legally binding, but the judge can interpret the words on their own terms.
How can I notarize a document online?
You can register on Notarize’s app or website, upload your document, and verify your identity. Then you can connect with a live notary who witnesses your electronic signature, signs, and adds a notarial seal on your document. You will have digital access to your notarized document or you may send it elsewhere.
Why is notary required?
1) The purpose of notarization is to certify genuineness and proper execution of documents in order to prevent fraud.
2) Notarization is done by a notary public appointed by the state or central government. He is also authorized to administer oath and take an affidavit from any person.