Quick answer. Notary fees in Maryland: $8 per notarial act. Up to $30 per remote notarial act.
Fees for notarial acts in Maryland
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Performance of a notarial act | $8 |
| Performance of a remote notarial act | $30 |
| Travel, if required for the notarial act (not to exceed) | $5 |
Online and remote notarization
The Maryland Secretary of State's notary FAQ lists $30 for the performance of a remote notarial act and no separate fee for electronic notarization.
Travel and other charges
The Secretary of State's FAQ allows a travel fee not to exceed $5 when travel is required for the notarial act, and says a notary may be reimbursed for mileage at the prevailing Internal Revenue Service business rate.
Compare with New Jersey
New Jersey sets $2.50 per act under N.J. Admin. Code 17:50-1.18. See how much a notary costs in New Jersey, or learn about remote online notarization. Whether a document notarized online is accepted depends on the receiving party and the law that applies.
Sources
This page is general information from the official sources below, not legal advice. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the state agency before you rely on a figure. Last reviewed October 2026.
Cite this page: MCC Solutions, "Maryland notary fees: what a notary may charge," last reviewed October 2026, mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/fees-by-state/maryland. For the fee itself, cite the official source above.
Common questions
How much can a notary charge in Maryland?
$8 per notarial act. Online notarization: Up to $30 per remote notarial act.
Can a Maryland notary charge for travel?
The Secretary of State's FAQ allows a travel fee not to exceed $5 when travel is required for the notarial act, and says a notary may be reimbursed for mileage at the prevailing Internal Revenue Service business rate.
Where does this come from?
The official sources linked at the bottom of this page: Maryland Secretary of State: Notary FAQ.