Quick answer. Notary fees in Tennessee: A reasonable fee; no dollar maximum in the statute (T.C.A. 8-21-1201). No separate fee is stated.
Fees for notarial acts in Tennessee
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Each notarial act | Reasonable fee |
A notary who charges a fee must record the act in a well-bound book or electronically.
Online and remote notarization
The Secretary of State's FAQ quotes the reasonable-fee rule and states no separate fee for online notarizations.
Travel and other charges
The sources we read set no travel fee. Agree the fee before you start, with travel or other charges listed separately.
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, "Tennessee notary fees: what a notary may charge," last reviewed November 2026, mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/fees-by-state/tennessee. For the fee itself, cite the official source above.
Common questions
How much can a notary charge in Tennessee?
A reasonable fee; no dollar maximum in the statute (T.C.A. 8-21-1201). Online notarization: No separate fee is stated.
Can a Tennessee notary charge for travel?
The sources we read set no travel fee. Agree the fee before you start, with travel or other charges listed separately.
Where does this come from?
The official sources linked at the bottom of this page: Tennessee Secretary of State: What fee can a notary charge for their services?.
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