Notary Public in Utah
Browse 77 cities in Utah to find a notary public near you.
Utah notaries are appointed by the Lieutenant Governor and serve a 4-year commission. Salt Lake City's rapidly growing tech sector and real estate market — sometimes called 'Silicon Slopes' — creates consistent demand for mobile notaries and loan signing agents throughout the Wasatch Front and beyond. The fee cap is $10 per signature. Remote online notarization is legal in Utah, one of the earlier states to formally authorize it. Utah requires a state exam but no training course to become a notary, alongside a $5,000 bond.
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.
Utah notaries are commissioned by the Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor, which provides a free public commission lookup.
Verify a Utahnotary's commission →What you can legally be charged
As of July 2026, Utah law caps the fee a notary can charge for a standard notarial act at $10 per notarial act or signature (plus federal mileage rate for travel, if disclosed in advance). 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
Utah has adopted RON — documents can be notarized over a live video call.
Full RON details →For aspiring notaries
Becoming a notary in Utah
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | $5,000 bond required |
| Training course | Not required |
| State exam | Required |
Total cost to become a notary in Utah typically runs $215–$240, covering the application, bond, and supplies.
Full guide to becoming a notary →Sourced from the National Notary Association, verified July 2026. Confirm current requirements with the Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor.