Notary questions, answered
Good to know before booking.
Pricing, mobile appointments, required ID, and remote sessions, answered.
How much does a notarization cost?
Washington caps the notarial act itself at $15 for a traditional or electronic in-person notarization, and $25 for a remote online notarization. If we travel to you, a mobile travel fee is added based on distance, and evening, weekend, or rush appointments add a scheduling fee. Every figure is published on the pricing page and confirmed before your appointment.
Do you come to me, or do I come to you?
Either works. If you come to us, you pay only the notarial act fee. If we travel to you, a mobile travel fee is added: $35 within about 10 miles, $50 for 10 to 20 miles, $65 for 20 to 30 miles, and $30 plus travel for hospital and nursing home visits.
What do I need to bring?
Bring your current, government-issued photo ID and the complete document, unsigned. Washington notaries must witness the signature, so please do not sign ahead of time. If the document names additional signers or witnesses, they need to be present with their own photo ID.
How does remote online notarization work?
You join a scheduled video session on a secure platform. Your identity is verified electronically, you sign the document on screen, and the notarial act is recorded as Washington requires for remote online notarization. The fee is $25 per notarial act.
How far in advance should I book?
Booking ahead is best, particularly for evening or weekend slots. Same-day appointments are often possible, and rush appointments scheduled within two hours carry a $40 fee, subject to availability.
Can you tell us how to fill out my document?
No, and any notary who offers to is overstepping. A notary public verifies identity and witnesses signatures. We cannot draft documents, choose which form you need, or explain a document’s legal effect. For that, please speak with an attorney.
What areas do you serve?
We are based in Tacoma and travel throughout Pierce and King counties, including Lakewood, University Place, Puyallup, Fife, Federal Way, Gig Harbor, Bonney Lake, and Sumner. Travel starts at $35 and is measured by driving distance from our base, so please confirm your address when you book.
A notary public cannot give legal advice. Maktub Mobile Notary performs notarial acts only. We cannot draft documents, recommend which form you need, or explain a document’s legal effect. For guidance of that kind, please consult a licensed Washington attorney.
Our Approach
A simple process. Every time.
Prepare
You send your details and documents.
Verify
We review everything and confirm requirements.
Sign
We meet and complete your signing.
Complete
Fully notarized and ready to move forward.
Still have a question?
Send it over and we will get back to you with a straight answer.