Yes, you can legally charge $5–$15 per notarization in Pennsylvania. But if that’s your only offer, you’re leaving serious money on the table. The most successful notaries in the Commonwealth have learned to package, position, and price services that go way beyond basic signatures.
Here are 5 of the most profitable services you can offer today—whether you’re brand new or ready to grow.
1. Mobile Notary Services (with Travel & After-Hours Fees)
People are busy. If you can bring the service to them, they’ll happily pay extra for the convenience. Pennsylvania notaries are allowed to charge travel fees in addition to the notarial act—just make sure it’s clearly disclosed.
- Travel fees: $25–$75+
- Evening/weekend surcharge: $25–$50
- Great for: Hospitals, law firms, professionals, realtors
🔥Hot Tip: Promote yourself as an “After-Hours Notary” on your website, Google profile, and flyers to stand out fast.
2. Apostille Document Preparation & Facilitation
Apostille services are in high demand—and most people have no idea how to do them. While you can’t issue the apostille, you can notarize and assist in preparing documents for the Pennsylvania Department of State.
- Notarization: $5–$15
- Facilitation fee: $75–$250+ per document
- Courier fee (optional): $25–$100
🔥Hot Tip: Market yourself as a Document Authentication Specialist—it positions you as a pro and justifies premium rates.
3. Loan Signing Appointments
Loan signings are one of the highest-paying notary gigs available. You’ll handle mortgage and real estate documents and walk clients through the signing process. Many signings pay $150–$400.
To do this in Pennsylvania, you need to take a signing agent course (like ours), set up your profile with signing services, and be ready to print, scan, and travel.
🔥Hot Tip: Even if you’re just starting out, a well-prepared notary can break into the industry fast with consistent follow-up and relationship building.
4. Courier + Notary Service Bundles
Many legal, financial, and government documents don’t just need to be notarized—they also need to be delivered. That’s where you create a bundle:
- Notarize the document
- Then hand-deliver it to the courthouse, title company, or government office
These bundles can command $100–$200+ depending on urgency and distance.
🔥Hot Tip: Reach out to attorneys, CPAs, and insurance offices—they’re often desperate for reliable help.
5. Vehicle Title Transfers & Tag Services (If Eligible)
With the right setup, Pennsylvania notaries can become authorized to handle vehicle title transfers, registrations, and plate issuing. This is one of the few services that generates recurring, walk-in revenue.
- Titles & tags: High repeat volume + state-regulated processing fees
- Clients: Individuals, dealers, insurance agents
- Profit model: Add convenience and after-hours fees
🔥Hot Tip: Even if you’re not ready for a full tag agency, you can start by offering guidance and assistance as an add-on for new notary clients.
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