UPS Notary: What to Expect Before You Drive Over

Thinking about getting notarized at a UPS Store? Here's what that actually involves — and a faster way to get the same document notarized online.

Does UPS Notarize Documents?

Some UPS Store locations offer notary services, but it's not guaranteed at every
store — notary availability depends on whether that particular franchise location
has a commissioned notary on staff, and whether they're working that day.

What to Expect at a UPS Store Notary

• Call ahead. Not every UPS Store has a notary, and even stores that do may not have them scheduled at all times.
• Bring valid ID. Same requirement as any notary — a government-issued photo ID is mandatory.
• Expect a per-signature fee, plus the time cost of driving there, waiting, and driving back.
• Hours are limited to the store's business hours, which may not match when you actually need the document signed.

The Trade-Off With In-Store Notary Services

A UPS Store notary works fine if one happens to be nearby, open, and staffed when
you need it. The uncertainty is the catch — many people drive over only to find
out the notary isn't in that day.

A Faster Alternative

NY Notary provides commissioned New York State notaries available online, with no
dependency on whether a specific retail location happens to have staff that day.
You upload your document, verify your identity over live video, and get it
notarized — often faster than the round trip to a UPS Store would take.

Skip the Trip — Notarize Online Instead