Officiant friend

I would offer payment or at least a nice tip.

Just because she is a notary doesn't necessarily mean she can legally perform a marriage ceremony. I would check the rules where you are getting married to see who are actually able to perform ceremonies. As for the question you asked, yes I would pay her.

Find out what the laws are in your state through the marriage license office. Then if they are allowed, pay the going rate.

View Quoted Comment Thank you! You have a valid point. Here in Florida, she can legally marry us

I would tip her, give her a nice gift or something like that.

Definitely

I have a friend who is going to help with decor - she has a side gig painting furniture, decor, etc. I am def giving her some money, though she’d do it for free, because I know it will be work.
Ask your friend - my sister has officiated a ceremony for a friend didn’t want to be paid, but she became an officiant specifically for that wedding.

I would offer to pay her for doing the ceremony, but not necessarily because she’s a notary. I’m a notary and I don’t charge people for notarizing things.

I would ask her. My future step father in law is performing our ceremony and would be insulted if I tried to pay him. Just depends on your relationship.