--- title: "Alabama Notary Laws, Fees & ID Requirements | 1MobileNotary" url: https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/alabama description: "What to know before hiring a notary in Alabama: fee cap of $5 per signature, ID requirements, RON available, and consumer protection tips." lang: en --- ← All States (https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws) # Alabama Notary Laws & Fees Everything you need to know before hiring a notary in Alabama — from fee caps and ID requirements to remote notarization availability. Book a Notary in Alabama: https://1mobilenotary.com/book Call (888) 750-8914: +18887508914 $5 per signature Max Notary Fee Yes RON Available No Journal Required AL State Code ## Notary Fees in Alabama | Service | Maximum Fee | | --- | --- | | Acknowledgment | $5 per signature | | Jurat (Sworn Statement) | $5 per signature | | Travel Fee (Mobile Notary) | No statutory limit; travel fees are negotiable between the notary and client. | Note: The notary fee is set by state law. Mobile notary travel fees are separate and negotiable. Always ask about total cost upfront. ## ID Requirements in Alabama To get a document notarized in Alabama, you must present one of the following forms of valid, unexpired identification: - Valid state-issued driver's license or ID card - U.S. passport or passport card - Military ID issued by the U.S. government - Personal knowledge of the signer by the notary ## Remote Online Notarization (RON) in Alabama RON is Available Alabama permits Remote Online Notarization (RON) under Act 2020-580, allowing notarizations via audio-video technology. ## Tips for Consumers in Alabama ### What to Do - • Always bring a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID - • Do NOT sign the document before the notary arrives — they must witness your signature - • The notary cannot advise you on the contents of the document - • You can request a mobile notary to come to your location for an additional travel fee - • Ensure all blanks in the document are filled in before notarization ### What Notaries Cannot Do - • Provide legal advice or explain document contents - • Notarize a document if the signer is not physically or virtually present - • Notarize their own signature or a transaction in which they have a financial interest - • Refuse service based on race, nationality, religion, or gender - • Certify copies of vital records (birth, death, marriage certificates) ## Documents Commonly Notarized in Alabama Real estate deeds Powers of attorney Affidavits Loan documents Vehicle titles Medical directives ## Special Rules in Alabama - Alabama notaries are commissioned statewide and may perform notarizations anywhere in the state. ## Frequently Asked Questions — Alabama ### How much does a notary cost in Alabama? Alabama law caps notary fees at $5 per signature for acknowledgments and jurats. Mobile notaries may charge an additional travel fee, which is negotiable. ### What ID do I need for notarization in Alabama? You need a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, U.S. passport, or military ID. The notary may also rely on personal knowledge of your identity. ### Can I get a document notarized online in Alabama? Yes. Alabama allows Remote Online Notarization (RON) under Act 2020-580, enabling you to connect with a notary via secure video conference. ## Notary Laws in Other States Alaska $5 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/alaska Arizona $10 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/arizona Arkansas $5 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/arkansas California $15 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/california View All States: https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws ## Need a Notary in Alabama? 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