Notary Fees in Texas Explained: What You Should Expect to Pay

# Notary Fees in Texas Explained: What You Should Expect to Pay Understanding notary fees in Texas can help you budget appropriately for your document needs. This guide breaks down standard fees, additional charges, and what factors influence the cost of notary services. ## Standard Texas Notary Fees Texas law sets maximum fees that notaries can charge for standard services: - **For acknowledging or proving a signature**: Up to $6 for the first signature and up to $1 for each additional signature - **For administering an oath or affirmation**: Up to $6 - **For taking a deposition**: Fees vary based on complexity - **For certifying a copy**: Up to $6 - **For protesting a bill or note**: Up to $4 ## Mobile Notary Service Fees Mobile notary services typically charge additional fees beyond the basic notarial acts: ### Travel Fees - Based on distance traveled - May be calculated per mile or as a flat fee for service areas - Typically ranges from $25-$75 depending on location and urgency ### Appointment Fees - Base fee for the convenience of coming to your location - Typically ranges from $35-$75 ### After-Hours Fees - Additional charges for evenings, weekends, or holidays - Typically adds $25-$50 to standard rates ## Specialized Notary Services Specialized services often command higher fees: ### Loan Signing Services - More complex and time-consuming - Requires specialized knowledge - Typically ranges from $125-$200 per signing ### Real Estate Document Packages - Multiple documents requiring notarization - Often includes travel to closing location - Typically ranges from $100-$175 ### Emergency/Same-Day Services - Premium for urgent requests - Typically adds $50-$100 to standard rates ## What's Included in Quality Mobile Notary Service When paying for professional mobile notary service, you're getting: 1. **Convenience**: Service at your location of choice 2. **Expertise**: Knowledge of proper document execution 3. **Flexibility**: Appointments that fit your schedule 4. **Professionalism**: Properly executed notarizations 5. **Time savings**: No waiting in line or traveling to a notary ## Our Transparent Pricing Policy At Houston Mobile Notary Pros, we believe in transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Our pricing structure includes: - Clear base rates for different service types - Upfront travel fees based on your location - Discounts for multiple documents or signers at the same location - No surprise charges after service is performed ## Getting the Best Value To get the best value from your mobile notary service: - Have all documents and signers ready - Ensure all signers have proper identification - Book in advance when possible - Combine multiple notarizations in one appointment - Ask about package pricing for multiple documents Contact Houston Mobile Notary Pros today for a clear quote based on your specific notary needs!