Quick answer. Notary fees in Ohio: Up to $5 for a notarial act that is not an online notarization. Up to $30 per online notarization, plus a technology fee of up to $10.
Fees for notarial acts in Ohio
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Any notarial act that is not an online notarization (up to) | $5 |
| Online notarization (up to) | $30 |
| Technology fee for using an online notarization system, per session (up to) | $10 |
Online and remote notarization
Section 147.08 of the Ohio Revised Code allows up to thirty dollars for an online notarization. A notary may also charge a technology fee of up to ten dollars for using an online notarization system, and the total technology fee per session cannot exceed ten dollars.
Travel and other charges
A notary may charge a reasonable travel fee, but only if the notary and the principal agree to it before the notarial act.
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, "Ohio notary fees: what a notary may charge," last reviewed October 2026, mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/fees-by-state/ohio. For the fee itself, cite the official source above.
Common questions
How much can a notary charge in Ohio?
Up to $5 for a notarial act that is not an online notarization. Online notarization: Up to $30 per online notarization, plus a technology fee of up to $10.
Can a Ohio notary charge for travel?
A notary may charge a reasonable travel fee, but only if the notary and the principal agree to it before the notarial act.
Where does this come from?
The official sources linked at the bottom of this page: Ohio Revised Code 147.08.