Quick answer. Notary fees in the area: A fee per instrument is allowed; the statute states no dollar maximum (SDCL 18-1-9). No dollar maximum is stated.
Fees for notarial acts in South Dakota
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Each instrument notarized | No cap |
| Request for an absentee ballot | No fee |
Online and remote notarization
The statute text we read states no dollar maximum for any instrument, so agree on the fee before the act.
Travel and other charges
The statute sets no travel fee. Agree on any travel charge with the notary before the act and ask for a receipt.
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, "South Dakota notary fees: what a notary may charge," last reviewed November 2026, mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/fees-by-state/south-dakota. For the fee itself, cite the official source above.
Common questions
How much can a notary charge in South Dakota?
A fee per instrument is allowed; the statute states no dollar maximum (SDCL 18-1-9). Online notarization: No dollar maximum is stated.
Can a South Dakota notary charge for travel?
The statute sets no travel fee. Agree on any travel charge with the notary before the act and ask for a receipt.
Where does this come from?
The official sources linked at the bottom of this page: South Dakota Codified Laws 18-1-9; South Dakota Secretary of State: Notary Public Handbook.
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