Quick answer. Notary fees in New Mexico: $5 for an acknowledgment, an oath or a jurat. A technology fee of up to $25 per electronic act, separate from the act fee.
Fees for notarial acts in New Mexico
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Acknowledgment, each | $5 |
| Oath or affirmation without a signature, per person | $5 |
| Jurat, each | $5 |
| Copy certification, per page ($5 minimum) | $0.50 |
| Technology fee for an electronic act (up to) | $25 |
Fees may not vary by the principal's personal attributes, and an employer may not set them above these limits.
Online and remote notarization
NMSA 14-14A-28, as amended by SB 246 (2023), allows a technology fee of up to $25 per electronic act, listed separately from the $5 act fees.
Travel and other charges
Travel fees are allowed only if agreed in advance and explained as separate from the statutory fees.
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 November 2026.
Cite this page: MCC Solutions, "New Mexico notary fees: what a notary may charge," last reviewed November 2026, mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/fees-by-state/new-mexico. For the fee itself, cite the official source above.
Common questions
How much can a notary charge in New Mexico?
$5 for an acknowledgment, an oath or a jurat. Online notarization: A technology fee of up to $25 per electronic act, separate from the act fee.
Can a New Mexico notary charge for travel?
Travel fees are allowed only if agreed in advance and explained as separate from the statutory fees.
Where does this come from?
The official sources linked at the bottom of this page: New Mexico Legislature: SB 246 (2023), amending NMSA 14-14A-28.
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