--- title: "Texas Notary Laws, Fees & ID Requirements | 1MobileNotary" url: https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/texas description: "What to know before hiring a notary in Texas: fee cap of $6 per signature, ID requirements, RON available, and consumer protection tips." lang: en --- ← All States (https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws) # Texas Notary Laws & Fees Everything you need to know before hiring a notary in Texas — from fee caps and ID requirements to remote notarization availability. Book a Notary in Texas: https://1mobilenotary.com/book Call (888) 750-8914: +18887508914 $6 per signature Max Notary Fee Yes RON Available Yes Journal Required TX State Code ## Notary Fees in Texas | Service | Maximum Fee | | --- | --- | | Acknowledgment | $6 per signature | | Jurat (Sworn Statement) | $6 per signature | | Travel Fee (Mobile Notary) | Travel fees are not regulated by Texas law and are set by the individual notary. | 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 Texas To get a document notarized in Texas, you must present one of the following forms of valid, unexpired identification: - Texas driver's license or ID - U.S. passport - Military ID - U.S. citizenship certificate with photo - Foreign passport ## Remote Online Notarization (RON) in Texas RON is Available Texas enacted RON legislation (SB 2128) effective September 1, 2018, making it one of the earlier adopters. ## Tips for Consumers in Texas ### What to Do - • Texas was an early RON adopter — remote notarization is widely available - • Notary fees are capped at $6 per signature - • You will need to sign the notary's journal - • Bring valid, unexpired photo ID - • Travel fees are separate from the per-signature fee ### What Notaries Cannot Do - • Provide legal advice - • Notarize without signer present (except RON) - • Notarize incomplete documents - • Certify vital records - • Charge more than $6 per signature for notary fees ## Documents Commonly Notarized in Texas Real estate deeds Powers of attorney Affidavits Loan documents Vehicle titles Oilfield documents ## Special Rules in Texas - Texas notaries must maintain a record book (journal). - Texas was one of the first states to adopt RON (2018). ## Frequently Asked Questions — Texas ### How much does a notary cost in Texas? Texas caps notary fees at $6 per signature. Mobile notaries charge additional travel fees that are negotiable. ### Can I notarize online in Texas? Yes. Texas has had RON since 2018 and has a mature remote notarization infrastructure. ### What ID is required for notarization in Texas? A valid government-issued photo ID such as a Texas driver's license, passport, or military ID. ## Notary Laws in Other States Rhode Island $5 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/rhode-island South Carolina $5 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/south-carolina South Dakota $10 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/south-dakota Tennessee $5 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/tennessee Utah $10 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/utah Vermont $10 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/vermont Virginia $5 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/virginia Washington $10 per signature https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws/washington View All States: https://1mobilenotary.com/notary-laws ## Need a Notary in Texas? Professional mobile notary service throughout Texas. We come to your home, office, or any convenient location. 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