Notary at UPS Store — Cost, Hours & What to Bring
UPS Store locations offer walk-in notary services at most branches — but fees vary by state and store. Here's exactly what to expect before you drive there.
Not legal advice. UPS Store notary fees are set by individual franchise owners within state law limits. Fees and availability vary by location — always call ahead to confirm.
The UPS Store is one of the most reliable places to get a document notarized without an appointment. With more than 5,000 locations across the US, most open 7 days a week, it's often the most convenient option when your bank notary is booked or unavailable.
The catch: UPS Store notary fees aren't fixed nationally. Each store is a franchise that sets its own rates within state law limits. Some states cap notary fees strictly (California at $15/signature, Texas at $6, New York at $2). Others have no cap, and stores charge market rates of $10–$20 per signature. And some UPS Stores add a "convenience fee" on top of the state cap — which is sometimes legal, sometimes not.
Here's everything you need to know before you walk in.
What UPS Store Notary Actually Costs
UPS Store charges $5–$15 per notarial act at most US locations. A "notarial act" is one signature or stamp — if your document has three places requiring notarization, expect to pay three times the per-act fee.
State law governs the maximum a notary can charge per act. UPS Stores charge at or near the state cap in most regulated states. In unregulated states, they typically charge $10–$15.
| State | Typical UPS Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| California | $15 | State cap; UPS typically charges at cap |
| Texas | $6–$10 | State cap $6; UPS may add convenience fee |
| Florida | $10 | State cap |
| New York | $2–$10 | State cap $2; UPS charges market rate |
| Illinois | $1–$10 | State cap $1; UPS charges market rate |
| Pennsylvania | $10–$15 | No state cap; UPS sets own rate |
| Ohio | $5–$10 | State cap $5 |
| Washington | $10 | State cap |
| Georgia | $2–$10 | State cap $2; UPS charges market rate |
| Colorado | $5 | State cap |
| North Carolina | $5–$10 | State cap $5 |
| Arizona | $10 | State cap $10 |
See all 50 states' statutory notary fee caps →
Notary availability at UPS Store depends on staff certification at each franchise. Many locations have a notary on site during regular business hours, but some smaller or lower-traffic stores do not. Call your local store before driving over, especially if you need after-hours or weekend service.
What to Bring to UPS Store Notary
Walking in without the right items is the most common reason notarizations fail. Bring all of the following:
What UPS Store Notaries Can and Cannot Notarize
UPS Store notaries are commissioned through their state and can notarize most standard documents. However, there are categories they routinely decline.
- Affidavits and sworn statements
- Power of attorney documents
- Real estate documents (deeds, etc.)
- Vehicle title transfers
- Loan documents
- Travel consent letters for minors
- Authorization letters
- Acknowledgments and jurats
- I-9 employment verification forms
- Documents in languages other than English (varies)
- Wills (some states prohibit, most notaries decline)
- Documents that appear incomplete or altered
- Pre-signed documents
- Documents requiring a witness (not just a notary)
- Documents needing apostille certification
If your document needs an apostille (an international certification for use in foreign countries), that's a separate step after notarization — done through your state's Secretary of State office, not UPS. UPS can notarize the document; the SOS certifies the notary's signature via apostille.
UPS Store Notary Hours — What to Expect
Most UPS Stores are open Monday–Friday 8am–7pm and Saturday 9am–5pm, with some locations open Sundays. Notary availability often mirrors store hours, but is limited by when a commissioned staff member is on duty — which isn't always guaranteed.
To find the nearest UPS Store with notary service:
- Go to theupsstore.com/tools/find-a-store
- Enter your zip code or city
- Filter by "Notary Services" in the services filter
- Call the specific location before driving — availability varies daily
Cheaper Alternatives to UPS Store Notary
If cost matters more than convenience, here are options that are free or significantly cheaper:
Get Notarized Online for $25 — No UPS Required
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