Find a notary in California

Notary FAQs — California

• How do I find a notary in California?

  Use the search bar to filter notaries by ZIP code, city, or by selecting "CA" as your state. You can also filter by service type, RON capability, and same-day availability.

• Is Remote Online Notarization legal in California?

  California has not yet broadly authorized RON, or has only limited or pilot RON authority. Most signings in California are still done in person.

• What does a notary in California typically cost?

  Statutory notary fees in California typically range from $5–$15 per signature, plus travel and service fees set by the notary. Total cost — including travel and SaffronSeal's service fee — is shown before you book.

• Can I get an apostille from California?

  Yes — once a document is notarized in California, the California Secretary of State can issue an apostille for international use in Hague Convention countries. Some categories of business require additional county clerk certification first.

• Do you have notaries who serve rural California?

  Yes — SaffronSeal notaries set their own service-area radius. Use a ZIP code search rather than a city search to find notaries who travel to less-populated areas.