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Notary Public in California

Browse 573 cities in California to find a notary public near you.

California notaries are commissioned by the Secretary of State and serve a 4-year term after completing a mandatory education course, passing a state exam, and clearing a background check — among the most rigorous requirements in the country. The fee cap is $15 per signature, among the higher caps nationally, reflecting the state's cost of living. California's high-volume real estate market, particularly in the Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego regions, makes loan signing agents especially in demand. One nuance worth knowing: California has passed a remote online notarization law, but as of this writing it isn't yet operative — don't assume a video-call option is available here the way it is in most other states; confirm current status before counting on it. That process also includes a $15,000 surety bond, on top of the training, exam, and background check already required.

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Is this notary really commissioned?

Anyone can claim to be a notary. Before you rely on one for an important document, it costs nothing to check that their commission is real, active, and hasn't expired.

Californiadoesn't offer a free public tool to look up an individual notary's commission status online. To verify one, contact the California Secretary of State — Notary Public Section at www.sos.ca.gov/notary directly.

What you can legally be charged

As of July 2026, California law caps the fee a notary can charge for a standard notarial act at $15 per signature. A notary who charges more than the legal maximum for a standard act is breaking the law — you're entitled to ask what they charge before they begin.

What to expect

  • Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID — the notary can't proceed without one.
  • Your notary is required to record the transaction in a journal — expect to sign it and provide some basic details.
  • Every document is marked with the notary's official stamp or seal, confirming the notarization is complete.

For aspiring notaries

Becoming a notary in California

RequirementDetails
Commission term4 years
Surety bond$15,000 bond required
Training courseRequired — 6 hours
State examRequired

Total cost to become a notary in California typically runs $313–$595, covering the application, bond, training, and supplies.

Full guide to becoming a notary →

Sourced from the National Notary Association, verified July 2026. Confirm current requirements with the California Secretary of State — Notary Public Section.

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