Arizona Notary Fees 2026: $10 Per Signature (Full Cost Guide)

Quick answer: Arizona notaries can charge a maximum of $10 per notarial act (per signature). A mobile notary in Phoenix typically costs $50 to $100 total including travel. Many Arizona banks notarize for free for account holders.

Arizona Maximum Notary Fee Per Signature

Arizona’s notary fee cap is set by A.R.S. 41-316, which delegates fee-setting to the Secretary of State through administrative rules. Arizona Administrative Code R2-12-1102, Exhibit 1 establishes the maximum fees:

Notarial Act	Maximum Fee
Acknowledgment or jurat	$10.00 per notary signature
Copy certification	$10.00 per page certified
Oath or affirmation	$10.00 per notarial act
Remote online notarization	$10.00 per act

The $10 cap has been in effect since March 5, 2018. Arizona’s fee matches Florida ($10) and North Carolina ($10), is lower than California ($15) and Maine ($25), and higher than Georgia ($2) and New York ($2).

What counts as one act? Each signature that needs notarizing is a separate act. Three documents each needing a signature = three acts at $10 each = $30 total.

Arizona also allows travel reimbursement up to the state employee mileage rate under A.R.S. 41-316(B), based on Title 38, Chapter 4, Article 2.

Mobile Notary Costs in Arizona

Arizona law does not regulate mobile notary travel or convenience fees — only the per-act fee is capped at $10. Travel fees are set by the notary and vary by distance and time of day.

Service	Typical Cost in Arizona
Standard daytime (within 15 mi)	$50–$100 total
Evening or weekend	$75–$150 total
Rush / same-day	$100–$175 total
Hospital or care facility visit	$100–$175 total
Late night or holiday	$150–$250 total

Phoenix metro pricing — Expect $50–$100 for a standard weekday appointment with 1–2 signatures. Phoenix is Arizona’s largest mobile notary market with strong competition, which keeps prices competitive. After-hours and weekend appointments add $25–$50. The $10 per-act fee is a small fraction of the total — the travel fee drives the cost.

Scottsdale — Tends to run higher than other Valley cities, typically $75–$150 for a standard appointment. The affluent market supports premium pricing, and many Scottsdale notaries specialize in real estate and estate planning documents.

Mesa / Chandler / Gilbert / Tempe — East Valley pricing is similar to broader Phoenix metro rates, typically $50–$90 for a standard weekday appointment.

Tucson — Generally more affordable than Phoenix, with fewer providers. Expect $50–$80 for a standard appointment. Longer travel distances in the Tucson metro can push travel fees slightly higher.

Flagstaff and Northern Arizona — Fewer mobile notaries available. Expect $75–$125+ for mobile service, with longer wait times for availability.

Where to Get Free Notary Services in Arizona

Chase — Major presence in Maricopa County. Free notary for account holders. Not all branches have a notary on staff — call ahead and appointment is recommended.
Wells Fargo — Free for checking and savings account holders. Call ahead to verify notary availability at your branch.
Bank of America — Free notary services at financial centers. Call ahead to confirm.
Desert Financial Credit Union — Arizona’s largest credit union with nearly 50 branches statewide. Most credit unions offer free notary services to members.
Credit unions — Nearly all Arizona credit unions offer free notary services to members.
AAA offices — Free for members at most Arizona branch locations.
UPS Store — Not free (typically $10 per signature in Arizona), but widely available and walk-in friendly across the Valley.

For more options, see our complete guide to free notary services.

Arizona Notary Journal Requirements

Arizona requires all notaries to maintain a journal under A.R.S. 41-319. This is one of the stricter states — a journal is mandatory for every notarial act, not just real estate transactions.

Key requirements:

Paper journal required for notarial acts involving tangible (physical) records
Electronic journal permitted for acts involving electronic records
Required entries: Date of act, description of document, type of act, signer’s printed full name and address, signer’s signature (paper journals), method of identity verification used, ID details including issuance/expiration dates, and fee charged
One journal at a time — entries in chronological order
Public record — journal may be viewed or copied by anyone upon written request specifying the month/year, signer name, and type of record

Failure to maintain a proper journal can result in civil penalties under A.R.S. 41-323. For the full state-by-state comparison, see our notary journal requirements guide.

Remote Online Notarization (RON) in Arizona

Arizona fully authorizes RON under A.R.S. 41-263, enacted through SB 1115 as part of Arizona’s adoption of the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RULONA). Implementing rules became effective July 1, 2022.

Maximum RON fee: $10 per notarial act (same as in-person cap)
Notary must notify the Secretary of State and identify intended technologies before performing first RON
Identity verification: Two or more different types of identity proofing required (credential analysis + knowledge-based authentication)
Audio-visual recording of the entire session is mandatory
5-year minimum retention for AV recordings (rules may establish longer)
Electronic journal required for all RON acts

Typical cost through a platform like Notarize or Proof: $25–$50 per session (includes platform fees beyond the notary’s $10 per-act fee).

Arizona allows foreign individuals to use RON if the document or property relates to a U.S. governmental entity, court matter, or U.S. property, and the notary has no knowledge that the foreign jurisdiction prohibits the act.

Loan Signing Agent Fees in Arizona

If you are buying or refinancing a home in Arizona, the notary fee works differently. Loan signing agents are paid by the title company, not by you directly.

Signing Type	Agent Fee	You Pay
Standard refinance	$100–$175	Included in closing costs
Purchase closing	$125–$225	Included in closing costs
HELOC / second lien	$75–$125	Included in closing costs

Arizona real estate closings involve a title/escrow company. The loan signing agent fee is typically bundled into your closing costs.

How to Save Money on Notarization in Arizona

Check your bank first. Chase, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America all offer free notarization for account holders in Arizona.
Plan ahead. Rush fees and after-hours charges can add $50+ to the total cost.
Batch documents. Bring all documents to one appointment — each additional signature is only $10.
Compare mobile notary quotes. Use FindNotary.io to find and compare notaries in your area.
Consider RON. Arizona allows remote online notarization at $10 per act. A $25–$50 platform session may be cheaper than a $100+ mobile notary visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Arizona maximum notary fee per signature in 2026?

$10 per notarial act for both in-person and remote notarizations. This cap is set by Arizona Administrative Code R2-12-1102 under the authority of A.R.S. 41-316. The $10 cap has been in effect since March 5, 2018.

How much does a mobile notary cost in Phoenix?

Expect $50–$100 for a standard weekday appointment with 1–2 signatures. Scottsdale runs higher ($75–$150), while Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert are closer to $50–$90. The $10 per-act fee is a small fraction — the travel fee drives the total.

Is notarization free at Arizona banks?

Yes. Chase, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and most credit unions offer free notary services to account holders at Arizona branches. Call ahead to confirm a notary is available.

Does Arizona require a notary journal?

Yes. Arizona is one of the stricter states — all notaries must maintain a journal for every notarial act under A.R.S. 41-319. Paper journals are required for physical documents; electronic journals are permitted for electronic records.

Does Arizona allow remote online notarization?

Yes. Arizona fully authorizes RON under A.R.S. 41-263, with implementing rules effective July 1, 2022. The maximum fee is $10 per act (same as in-person). Audio-visual recording is mandatory with 5-year minimum retention.

How does Arizona compare to other states on notary fees?

Arizona’s $10 cap matches Florida and North Carolina. It is lower than California ($15) and Maine ($25), but higher than Georgia ($2), New York ($2), and Illinois ($5). See our complete state-by-state fee comparison for all 50 states.

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