How to Become a Notary in Illinois

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Minimum Age

Residency Required

Yes

Education Required

Yes

Exam Required

Yes

Background Check

No background check is required

Bond Requirement

Yes

Commission Term

4 Years

Journal Required

Yes

Stamp Requirement

Yes

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Steps to Become a Notary in Illinois

  • Education: Yes, must complete an approved training course.
  • Exam: Yes, an exam is required
  • Background Check: No background check is required
  • Bond: Yes, a $5,000 bond is required
  • Applictation: Yes, application and a fee required
  • Order Supplies: Stamp Required
  • File Oath And Commission: No Oath is required

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Illinois Secretary of State

Notary Public Section

The Illinois Secretary of State appoints and commissions notaries in Illinois. The Index Department of the Illinois Secretary of State receives applications for appointment and reappointment as a notary public, administers the commissioning process, and maintains an electronic database of active notaries.
  • Illinois Secretary of State
  • Index Department2701 South Dirksen Parkway
  • Springfield
  • IL
  • 62723
  • (217) 782-7017
  • enotary@ilsos.gov
Always Verify the Information with your State’s Official Notary Licensing Agency.

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