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  • Eligibility Requirements
  • Application and Bond Filing Procedures
  • Application Materials
  • Notary Provisions
  • Live and Online Training
  • Complete Illinois Notary Supply Package
  • Guide to Notary Fees
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    More About Illinois Notaries

    Eligibility
    Minimum Age: 18 years of age
    Minimum Residency: 30 Days
    Other Requirements: Must read, write English; no felony convictions. Residents of bordering states may qualify, but only for one year term.
     

    Application and Bond Filing Procedures
    Call the NNA at 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827) if you have any questions during this process.
    • Order your Complete Notary Supply Package – which includes your State-required Notary Bond.*
    • Call 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827) to confirm the details of your order.
    • We will IMMEDIATELY issue your Notary Bond according to the following guidelines:
      New Notaries: The effective date will be indicated as 30 days after your order date.
      Renewing Notaries: The effective date will match the date of your commission renewal.
    • We will mail your activated Notary Bond to you via First Class mail.
    • Submit your Notary application to the County Clerk WITH your NNA Notary Bond.

    *Pennsylvania Bonds and E&O policies underwritten by Nations Bonding Company, Austin, Texas (a subsidiary of Merchants Bonding Company [Mutual]); all other Bonds and E&O policies underwritten by Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual), Des Moines, Iowa. Agent for all Bonds and E&O policies is NNA Insurance Services, Inc. All rates subject to change without notice. Commission number and commission effective and expiration dates required prior to E&O insurance activation.


    Application Materials
    Contact Secretary of State: Office of Secretary of State
    Index Department, Notary Division
    111 East Monroe St.
    Springfield, IL 62756
    1-217-782-7017
    On the Web: www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/index/notary/home.html
    Contact the NNA: National Notary Association
    P.O. Box 541032
    Los Angeles, CA 90054-1032
    Phone: 1-800-876-6827
     

    Notary Provisions
    Term: Four years (One year for out of state residents)
    State Filing Fee: $10.00
    Bond Required: $5,000
    Seal Required: Inked stamp
    Jurisdiction: State
    Journal: Recommended by the state
    Fee Schedule: Required to post with non-English ads
     

    Live and Online Notary Training
    NNA educational programs are available at your convenience. No matter if you choose a live seminar or an online course, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of Notary practices and procedures. Plus, you'll learn time-saving tips to help you do your new job quickly and correctly.

    View Illinois Notary Public Training Options

     

    Complete Illinois Notary Supply Packages

    Our Complete Notary Supply Packages include everything you need to start working right away! With every supply package, you save up to 30% off of regular retail prices, plus you receive a FREE NNA Membership — a $52 value!

    Complete Notary Supply Packages are available at the same net savings without bond and/or errors and omissions insurance purchase. Call 1-800-876-6827 for pricing and/or ordering information.

    Order Notary Supply Package Online
    or
    Call Toll-Free at 1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827)

     

    Guide to Notary Fees
    Acknowledgments: $1.00
    Jurats: $1.00
    Oaths & Affirmations: $1.00
    Notary-Certified Copies: Act not allowed
    Proofs: $1.00
    Additional Information: Post fee schedule with non-English ads

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