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Notary Public License Cost in New York

In New York, documented Notary license fees total $60 — application $60. The state requires 3 hours of pre-license education; tuition for that training is set by each school and is not included above. Always confirm the current schedule with New York Department of State — Division of Licensing Services before paying.

Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.

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Notary license cost — New York at a glance

Pre-license education3 hrs required — tuition varies by school
Exam feeVaries — check the board
Application fee$60
License feeVaries — check the board
Documented fees total$60

Official source: New York Department of State — Division of Licensing Services ↗

Frequently asked questions

What does a Notary license cost in New York?

Documented fees in New York total $60: application $60. Pre-license education is the biggest variable cost and is set by each school, not the board.

Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in New York?

No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.

How much does Notary training cost in New York?

New York requires 3 hours of pre-license education. Tuition is set by each approved school and varies widely, so contact the programs on your state's approved list for current prices.

Is a Notary license in New York worth the cost?

Compare your expected local earnings against the documented fees before enrolling; the state board can point you to typical market data.

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This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with New York Department of State — Division of Licensing Services and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).