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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

12/5/2025

 
How much does a notarization cost?
Texas Notaries may charge $10 per document and $1 each additional signature.  
This does not include convenience fees for mobile notarization travel, online notarization platform costs, and other specialty services. 
What is a notary public?
A notary is unbiased and impartial. They will verify an individual's identity using various verification processes. Notaries also ensure that a signer chooses to sign willingly and without coercion. Notaries validate the legality of a signature on legal documents, and protect the public from fraud.
what if i don't have a valid government-issued id?
A notary must be able to validate the identity of a signer.  If you do not have a valid government-issued identification card, a witness may be used to confirm a signers identity.  This usually requires the witness to swear under oath under penalty of perjury, in the presence of a notary.  Simply specify this when scheduling, and we can provide the credible witness document for your use.  (Visit Texas.gov to apply for an ID)
What is an apostille?
Apostilles authenticate and certify the seals and signatures of officials on public documents.  This type of document legalization is typically used when sending docs outside of the United States for foreign government recognition.  
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I can't find a time slot
Emergencies happen.  If you can't find an available time slot, and you have an urgent request, we have two options:
* Send a text to: 210-446-8851
* Call 210-701-0025, option 3.
Is it possible to reschedule an appointment after receiving an email confirmation? ​
Yes!  Your email confirmation provides an option to reschedule.  Simply click on the text link provided in your email.
CAN YOU NOTARIZE A BIRTH CERTIFICATE?
No.  Recordable documents such as birth certificates can only be authenticated by the government entity that issues them.  A Texas Notary cannot certify a copy of a birth certificate either.  The Notary can notarized an attached signature statement.
I NEED A POWER OF ATTORNEY
A notary is not allowed to draft legal documents unless they are a licensed attorney.  We are not able to create or modify legal documents.  Legal docs should be obtained from a licened lawyer.  We CAN however notarize your legal document.  For document help, you can reach Texas Law Help for free legal doc downloads.
do you provide any free legal documents?
Although we cannot provide you with legal documents, there are resources that do.  We have a link to those resources on our Forms & Fees page.
what's the process for language translations?
Our translations page offers you the option to have your document translated by a certified specialist.  The cost starts at $40 per page.  Simply upload your document!
Texas handicap parking
​To apply for a "permanent" (blue) placard or "temporary" (red) placard, you must:
  1. Download the Application for Persons with Disabilities Parking Placard and/or License Plate (Form VTR-214)
  2. Have your doctor or health care provider complete the Disability Statement section of the application
  3. Submit the completed application and payment (if applicable) to your county tax office
How do i know if i have any warrants?
Contact the Bexar County Sheriff’s warrant division at 210-335-6030 for information pertaining to warrants.
Can you notarize a passport?
According to the National Notary Association:
"In Texas, Notaries may only certify a copy if the original document cannot be recorded with a specific government entity, such as the Secretary of State’s office, a court of law, or a county clerk. Any document that can potentially be recorded with an agency cannot be copy-certified. Because it is not always clear if a passport will or will not be recorded with some type of government entity at some point and the Secretary of State’s office has told the NNA in the past that a passport is a potentially recordable document, the safest course for Texas Notaries is to avoid certifying copies of passports."  Source: NNA
what is online notarization?
Instead of meeting the notary in person, you would simply use your smart phone or laptop device.  We use audio and video technology to record the session. Your identity is verified by answering some questions and uploading a photo of your ID via a secure platform.  You sign with a click, and we email your notarized docs immediately after your session.  Click here to learn more.

STXN Policies & Procedures - Terms of Agreement for Services

4/21/2023

 
Legal Disclaimer:
Section 603.008 of the Government Code requires a Notary Public to
keep posted the fees that a notary is authorized by law to charge.  

Tex. Gov't. Code Ann. § 406.024 sets out the maximum fees a Texas
Notary Public may charge for notary public services.

​I AM NOT AN ATTORNEY LICENSED TO PRACTICE
LAW IN TEXAS AND MAY NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE OR ACCEPT FEES FOR LEGAL ADVICE.


Refund & Payment Policy: 
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You agree to these conditions and fees payable for services by scheduling an appointment with South Texas Notary, LLC.

Payment is due once you schedule an appointment.
Invoices, receipts, and reminders are automated to send confirmations to your email.
Email confirmations do allow you to reschedule your appointment.
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Online notarization fees & mobile travel fees are due even if the notary cannot complete the notarization for any reason. 
​These fees are non-refundable. We dedicate our time, efforts, and preparations for your appointment. Last-minute cancellations use up valuable time that another client could have used.

Notary seal fees ARE refundable. You may request a refund consideration in writing to [email protected]. 
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      • Spain MAEC Translations
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