New York · Executive Law §136

New York notary fees:
$2 max per signature.

One of the lowest caps in the country — set in 1991 and never raised. $2 for traditional acts, $25 for electronic (RON). Travel fees are separate. Here's what you'll actually pay — and how to find a verified NY notary.

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Traditional: $2 max

Electronic / RON: $25 max

Mobile travel: market rate, separate

Source: NY Exec Law §136

What's the maximum notary fee in New York?

New York notaries can charge up to $2.00 per signature for traditional in-person notarizations under New York Executive Law §136. The $2 cap covers acknowledgments, proofs of execution, oaths, affirmations, and swearing each witness. It was set in 1991 and has not been raised since.

$2 for administering an oath or affirmation with certification
$2 for taking and certifying the acknowledgment or proof of execution by one person
$2 for each additional person (multiple signers on one document)
$2 for swearing each witness
$25 per electronic notarial act (RON — Exec Law §135-c, 19 NYCRR Part 182, eff. 2023)
$2 per certificate of authenticity when "papering out" an electronic document

Each signature is a separate "act" — three signers on one document = $6 maximum (not $2). Unless otherwise authorized by law, a notarial fee may not exceed these amounts. Overcharging is a violation that can be reported to the NY Department of State.

What you'll actually pay in New York

Service	Notarial act	Other fees	Typical total
Walk-in (bank, UPS Store, AAA)	$0–$2	None	$0–$2
Mobile notary in NYC (Manhattan, Brooklyn)	$2/signature	Travel $98–$198	$100–$200
Mobile notary in outer boroughs / Long Island	$2/signature	Travel $73–$148	$75–$150
Mobile notary upstate (Albany, Buffalo, Rochester)	$2/signature	Travel $48–$123	$50–$125
Loan signing	$2 × 6–12 acts	Print/travel/scanback	$125–$250
Remote Online Notarization (RON)	$25/act	Platform fee	$25–$55
Free community notary (bank, AAA, library)	$0	None	Free

Source: NY Exec Law §136, §135-c, 19 NYCRR Part 182. Travel fees not statutorily capped — must be agreed in advance.

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Mobile notary travel fees in New York

New York does not cap mobile travel fees. The $2 per-act limit under §136 applies only to the notarial act itself; travel is market-rate and must be disclosed and agreed before service.

Typical travel fees by NY region:

Manhattan (below 96th St): $100–$200 (parking, traffic, time)
Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island: $75–$175
Long Island (Nassau, Suffolk): $70–$150
Westchester / Rockland: $65–$135
Albany / Hudson Valley: $50–$110
Buffalo / Rochester / Syracuse: $45–$95
Rural upstate: $40–$80 within 15 miles, $2/mile thereafter
Evening / weekend / rush: +$25–$75 surcharge
Hospital / nursing home: typically flat $125–$225

Loan signing fees in New York

With New York's $2 per-act cap, a 6–12 notarization loan package only carries $12–$24 in statutory notarization fees. A typical NY loan signing runs $125–$250 total. The bulk is travel (especially in NYC), printing 100–200 pages, and scanback. Title companies usually set the price.

Remote Online Notarization (RON) in New York

NY authorized RON under Executive Law §135-c, with DOS rules codified at 19 NYCRR Part 182 (effective January 2023). The electronic fee cap is $25 per act. Platforms like Notarize, OneNotary, BlueNotary, and Proof handle the video session; the platform technology fee is separate from the notary's $25. Most consumer RON sessions total $25–$55.

Free notary options in New York

Banks & credit unions — Chase, Citi, BofA, Wells Fargo, M&T, and most credit unions notarize free for account holders
AAA branches — free for AAA members
New York Public Library — many Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens branches offer free notary service during business hours
County clerks — often notarize court-related documents free
Your employer — large NY employers (banking, insurance, legal, healthcare) usually have a notary in HR or legal

Can the $2 cap be raised?

The $2 cap has been in place since 1991. Legislation to raise it to $5 (or more) has been introduced multiple times — recent bills include S6268 (2025), S4166 (2023), S7338 (2019), and others — but none have become law. Unless and until the legislature acts, $2 remains the maximum for traditional in-person notarial acts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum notary fee allowed in New York?▾

New York Executive Law §136 caps traditional notary fees at $2.00 per signature — one of the lowest caps in the country. The $2 applies to acknowledgments, proofs of execution, oaths, affirmations, and swearing each witness. Electronic (RON) notarial acts cap separately at $25 per act.

Why is the New York notary fee only $2?▾

The $2 cap was set in 1991 and has not been raised since, despite multiple bills introduced (S6268, S4166, S449, among others) to lift it to $5. Until the legislature acts, notaries in NY cannot charge more than $2 per traditional notarial act.

Does the $2 cap apply to mobile notaries in New York?▾

Yes — the $2 per-signature cap applies regardless of where the notarization happens. However, mobile notaries in NY can charge a separate travel fee, which is not capped by statute. In NYC, a typical mobile visit runs $75–$200 total ($2 per signature + $70–$195 travel). Outside NYC, expect $50–$125.

What is New York's RON fee cap?▾

Electronic Notaries may charge up to $25.00 per electronic notarial act under NY Executive Law §135-c and the Department of State rules (19 NYCRR Part 182, effective 2023). A "papering out" certificate of authenticity (the notary certifying a printed copy of the e-notarized doc) is capped at $2.

How much does a mobile notary actually cost in New York?▾

In NYC (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens), a single-signature mobile visit typically runs $100–$200 — $2 notarization + $98–$198 for travel, parking, and time. In the outer boroughs and Long Island, $75–$150. Upstate NY (Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse): $50–$125. Weekend/evening visits are usually +$25–$75.

Can a New York notary charge a travel fee?▾

Yes. NY law does not cap travel fees — they are separate from the $2 per-act cap and are market-rate. Any travel fee should be disclosed and agreed to in writing before the appointment, so the total price is not a surprise at the signing.

Where can I get free notarization in New York?▾

Most NY banks (Chase, Citi, BofA, Wells Fargo) and credit unions notarize free for account holders. AAA branches notarize free for members. Many New York Public Library branches (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens) offer free notary service during business hours. Large NY employers (banking, legal, insurance) usually have a notary in HR or legal. Court self-help centers notarize court-related documents free.

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