WA Notary Notary Fees and Compensation

Question 1

Does Washington State set maximum fees that a notary may charge for notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Washington law establishes maximum fees for notarial acts

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No, fees are entirely unregulated in Washington

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Only for government-related documents

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Only for notaries employed by financial institutions

Question 2

What is the maximum fee a Washington notary may charge per notarial act under state law?

Accepted Answer

$10

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$5

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$15

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$25

Question 3

Can a Washington notary charge less than the maximum allowed fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, notaries may charge any amount up to the maximum or nothing at all

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No, they must always charge the maximum

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Only if the client is a nonprofit

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Only for family members

Question 4

May a Washington employer require their employee notary to perform notarizations for free as part of their job?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an employer may require free notarizations as a condition of employment

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No, this violates Washington notary law

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Only for banks and law firms

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Only with a written employment agreement

Question 5

Can a Washington notary charge a travel fee in addition to the notarial act fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Washington allows notaries to charge travel fees if the signer agrees in advance

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No, travel fees are prohibited

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Only for travel over 50 miles

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Only for hospital or nursing home visits

Question 6

What must a Washington notary do if they decide to charge for a notarial act?

Accepted Answer

Disclose the fee to the signer before performing the notarial act

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File the fee schedule with the county

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Charge only after the act is complete

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Obtain written authorization from the Secretary of State