Notary Public in Colorado
Browse 78 cities in Colorado to find a notary public near you.
Colorado notaries serve a 4-year commission, and the state was an early adopter of remote online notarization — Colorado's RON framework has been active for years, longer than most states that have since followed. The fee cap sits at $15 per signature. The Denver metro area has a thriving market for mobile notaries serving the state's active real estate and legal sectors, while mountain resort communities rely on mobile services for property transactions where an in-person notary may be hours away. Colorado requires no notary bond at all, but does mandate both training and a state exam.
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.
Colorado notaries are commissioned by the Colorado Secretary of State — Notary Program, which provides a free public commission lookup.
Verify a Coloradonotary's commission →What you can legally be charged
As of July 2026, Colorado law caps the fee a notary can charge for a standard notarial act at $15 per notarial act ($25 for an electronic notarization). 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.
Remote Online Notarization
Colorado has adopted RON — documents can be notarized over a live video call.
Full RON details →For aspiring notaries
Becoming a notary in Colorado
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | Not required |
| Training course | Required |
| State exam | Required |
Total cost to become a notary in Colorado typically runs $150–$175, covering the application, training, and supplies.
Full guide to becoming a notary →Sourced from the National Notary Association, verified July 2026. Confirm current requirements with the Colorado Secretary of State — Notary Program.