Notary Public in Hawaii
Browse 41 cities in Hawaii to find a notary public near you.
Hawaii notaries are commissioned by the Attorney General's office and serve a 4-year term — a commissioning path more unusual than the Secretary of State model most states use. Given Hawaii's island geography, mobile notaries are especially valuable — many extend their services across multiple islands for real estate transactions, estate documents, and legal paperwork. The fee cap is $5 per signer. Remote online notarization is legal in Hawaii, a genuinely practical option here given how costly inter-island travel can be for an in-person visit. Hawaii requires a state exam but no training course or bond to become a notary.
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.
Hawaii notaries are commissioned by the Hawaii Department of the Attorney General, which provides a free public commission lookup.
Verify a Hawaiinotary's commission →What you can legally be charged
As of July 2026, Hawaii law caps the fee a notary can charge for a standard notarial act at $5 per signer for an acknowledgment ($2.50 per additional duplicate original). 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
Hawaii has adopted RON — documents can be notarized over a live video call.
Full RON details →For aspiring notaries
Becoming a notary in Hawaii
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | Not required |
| Training course | Not required |
| State exam | Required |
Total cost to become a notary in Hawaii typically runs $236–$261, covering the application, and supplies.
Full guide to becoming a notary →Sourced from the National Notary Association, verified July 2026. Confirm current requirements with the Hawaii Department of the Attorney General.