Your Illinois Notary Surety Bond

Illinois law requires Notaries to purchase and maintain a surety bond for the duration of their 4-year commission. A $5,000 bond is required for Notaries who wish to only perform notarial acts for signers that are physically in your presence. A $30,000 bond is required if you plan to perform notarial acts for remotely located signers.

The bond protects the public against financial loss due to improper conduct by a Notary. It is NOT insurance protection for Notaries. For your convenience, the Illinois state filing fee is included with your bond purchase. We will file your bond with the state, speeding up your approval.

Processing your Illinois Application/Bond Form

The application process varies depending on the bond you purchase.

• $5,000 Notary Bond – New and renewing Notaries interested in performing notarial acts for signers that are physically in your presence only must purchase a $5,000 bond and complete a Notary Public Application.
• $25,000 Notary Bond – Notaries who already hold a $5,000 bond and wish to also perform notarial acts for remotely located signers must purchase an additional $25,000 bond and complete a Notary Public Bond form.
• $30,000 Notary Bond –New and renewing Notaries interested in performing notarial acts for remotely located signers (as well as those physically in your presence) must purchase a $30,000 bond and complete a Notary Public Application. When filling out the application, be sure to check the box indicating that you will perform notarizations remotely by means of audio-visual communication.

When you’re ready, mail your original completed application and bond form to the National Notary Association. We’ll submit the documents on your behalf to the state, and you’ll be notified by the county clerk once it’s processed. You must appear within 30 days to receive and record your commission. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Mail application to: National Notary Association, 9350 De Soto Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311