Quick answer. Notary fees in Michigan: Up to $10 for each notarial act. No separate fee for electronic or remote notarization is stated on the Secretary of State page we read.
Fees for notarial acts in Michigan
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Each notarial act (up to) | $10 |
Online and remote notarization
The Michigan Secretary of State's notary services page gives the $10 maximum for each notarial act and states no separate fee for electronic or remote notarization, so check the current rules before relying on an online fee.
Travel and other charges
The page says additional fees for travel may be negotiated between the notary and the client before the travel begins, and that the total of all fees, including multiple notarizations and travel, should be disclosed and agreed to before any notarization. It sets no maximum travel fee.
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, "Michigan notary fees: what a notary may charge," last reviewed October 2026, mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/fees-by-state/michigan. For the fee itself, cite the official source above.
Common questions
How much can a notary charge in Michigan?
Up to $10 for each notarial act. Online notarization: No separate fee for electronic or remote notarization is stated on the Secretary of State page we read.
Can a Michigan notary charge for travel?
The page says additional fees for travel may be negotiated between the notary and the client before the travel begins, and that the total of all fees, including multiple notarizations and travel, should be disclosed and agreed to before any notarization. It sets no maximum travel fee.
Where does this come from?
The official sources linked at the bottom of this page: Michigan Secretary of State: Notary services.