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Illinois Notary

Thousands of Illinois Notaries have successfully renewed their commissions with our help! Let us guide you through the renewal process and help you meet Illinois state requirements.

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Simplify the process of renewing your Illinois Notary commission.

All renewing Illinois Notaries are required by the state to complete a training course and pass an exam. Certain renewal applicants are exempt from the Notary training course and exam requirements. See exemptions.
Just looking for the Illinois Notary training and exam? Get it here.

If you are a non-resident notary, continue here to renew your commission.

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Get everything you need to renew

No need to search around! Our Illinois Notary renewal packages come with everything you need to renew, including your state-required bond, official seal stamp, journal, and online training and exam.

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State-required bond included

Illinois Notaries must hold a $5,000 bond—but if you plan to perform notarial acts for remotely located signers, your coverage must be increased to $30,000. This can be done in the Step 4 when selecting your Notary Renewal package.

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Peace of mind with the NNA Hotline

All Illinois Notary renewal packages come with 4 years of access to our NNA Hotline! When you have notarization questions, our team of experts can provide you with Illinois-specific guidance.

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Complete your Notary renewal application

Review the new application process and submit your Illinois Notary Public renewal application online to be commissioned by the state.

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Illinois Notaries trust us when renewing their Notary commissions. Save time and energy when you renew your Notary commission with the NNA.

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Checklist: Illinois Notary Commission Renewal Process

Checklist: Illinois Notary Commission Renewal Process

Review the state requirements and step-by-step instructions to renew your Illinois Notary commission.

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What to know when renewing your Illinois Notary commission

What to know when renewing your Illinois Notary commission

  • Start your renewal process early. You can get started on your renewal 60 days before your current commission expires.
  • Get familiar with the new application process. Before submitting your application, be sure to review the new requirements. You’ll need to provide a Notary bond, pay the filing fee, and submit your training course proof of completion.
  • Some Notaries are exempt from taking a renewal training and exam. This exemption applies to licensed attorneys, employees of licensed attorneys, judges, or employees of the court applying for renewal on or after January 1, 2025. Learn more here.
  • An Illinois Notary commission lasts four years. You are appointed and commissioned by the Illinois Secretary of State’s Index Department, not the National Notary Association.
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