Notary Fee by Place
Notary Fee in Tacloban City
What notaries in Tacloban City usually charge for each common document. Tacloban City has no price list of its own, so these prices use the IBP Leyte Chapter price list nearby, from 2024.
| Document | Notary Only | Written and Notarized |
|---|---|---|
| Affidavit | ₱300 – ₱700 | ₱400 – ₱700 |
| Special Power of Attorney | ₱400 – ₱500 | ₱800 – ₱1,000 |
| Deed of Sale (land or house) | 2.5% to 3% of the amount or market value involved, with a minimum of ₱2,000Estimate | 3% of the amount or current market value of the property, whichever is higher, at least ₱4,000 |
| Deed of Sale (car or motorcycle) | 2.5% to 3% of the amount or market value involved, with a minimum of ₱2,000Estimate | 3% of the amount or current market value of the property, whichever is higher, at least ₱3,000 |
| Contract of Lease | at least ₱1,500Estimate | ₱4,000 – ₱5,000Estimate |
| Extrajudicial Settlement | 1% of the amount or market value involved, with a minimum of ₱5,000Estimate | 2.5% to 3% of the amount or market value involved, with a minimum of ₱6,500 to ₱10,000Estimate |
| Last Will and Testament | – | 2% of the amount or market value involved, with a minimum of ₱5,000Estimate |
| Other contract | ₱1,000 minimum, at the notary's discretion | ₱1,000 minimum, at the notary's discretion |
| Secretary's Certificate | ₱1,000 minimum, at the notary's discretion | ₱1,000 minimum, at the notary's discretion |
| Certified True Copy | ₱100 per page, at least ₱500 | ₱100 per page, at least ₱500 |
| Judicial Affidavit | ₱16,000 – ₱30,000Estimate | ₱16,000 – ₱30,000Estimate |
| Articles of Incorporation or By-Laws | – | ₱4,000 – ₱5,000Estimate |
Some lawyers charge less than the local price lists, so the low end of each price is set 20% below. Fees for a Deed of Sale run on the price or the value; enter it in the calculator to see the amount. Ask the price before the notary starts.
Prices last checked October 9, 2026. Fees can change, so always ask the notary first.
Common Questions
What Does a Notary Charge in Tacloban City?
A notary in Tacloban City usually charges ₱300 – ₱700 for an affidavit. A Special Power of Attorney is usually ₱400 – ₱500. A Deed of Sale of land or a house: 2.5% to 3% of the amount or market value involved, with a minimum of ₱2,000. Tacloban City has no price list of its own, so these prices use the IBP Leyte Chapter price list nearby, from 2024.
Can a Notary in Tacloban City Charge a Different Price?
Yes. These are the lowest or suggested prices the local lawyers' groups set, not quotes, and some lawyers charge less. Ask the price before the notary starts, and ask for an Official Receipt.
What Do I Bring to a Notary in Tacloban City?
The complete document, not yet signed if it is an affidavit, enough copies, and a valid government ID with your photo and signature for each person who signs. See what to bring to the notary.
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Not legal advice. This is general information. For advice on your own situation, consult a lawyer. If you cannot afford one, the Public Attorney's Office (PAO) or an IBP legal aid office may help for free.