Notary Public Fees

What Affects the Cost?

Several factors influence the exact fee for notary services:

• Complexity of the document — a simple certified copy is quicker than a complex power of attorney with multiple clauses
• Number of documents — multiple documents at one sitting typically receive a volume discount
• Destination country requirements — some jurisdictions have specific formatting or certification requirements that increase preparation time
• Urgency — same-day or urgent notarisations may attract a premium
• Document preparation — if the Notary needs to draft or review a document (rather than simply notarising one you bring), this involves additional work

How Do Our Fees Compare?

Notary public fees are not regulated by statute in Ireland. Fees are set by each Notary Public individually and can vary. The fee ranges on this page are competitive for the Cork market. When comparing fees, consider:

• Hugh Phelan is appointed by the Chief Justice of Ireland, commissioned for life
• Over 20 years of legal and corporate management experience
• Dual-qualified solicitor (Ireland and England & Wales)
• Specialist Diploma in Notarial Law and Practice
• Prompt, efficient service — often available same-day

Additional Costs to Be Aware Of

In addition to the Notary Public's fee, you may need to budget for:

• Apostille fee: €40 per document (paid to the Department of Foreign Affairs)
• Translation: If a certified translation is required, this is arranged separately with a certified translator
• Courier/postage: If you need documents posted to the DFA or to a foreign destination
• Embassy legalisation: For non-Hague Convention countries, additional embassy fees apply