Notary Public in Illinois
Browse 312 cities in Illinois to find a notary public near you.
Illinois notaries are appointed by the Secretary of State and serve a 4-year commission. Chicago's dense urban environment and active legal, financial, and corporate sectors create high demand for notary services, with mobile notaries commonly serving law firms, mortgage companies, and title companies throughout the metro area. The fee cap is $5 per signature. Remote online notarization is legal statewide, used heavily by Chicago's mortgage and title industry for closings that would otherwise require an in-person signing appointment. Becoming an Illinois notary requires a $5,000 bond, training, and a state exam; like Georgia, Illinois refers to the notary's log as a 'record book.'
Is this notary really commissioned?
Anyone can claim to be a notary. Before you rely on one for an important document, it costs nothing to check that their commission is real, active, and hasn't expired.
Illinois notaries are commissioned by the Illinois Secretary of State, which provides a free public commission lookup.
Verify a Illinoisnotary's commission →What you can legally be charged
As of July 2026, Illinois law caps the fee a notary can charge for a standard notarial act at $5 per notarial act. A notary who charges more than the legal maximum for a standard act is breaking the law — you're entitled to ask what they charge before they begin.
What to expect
- Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID — the notary can't proceed without one.
- Your notary is required to record the transaction in a record book — expect to sign it and provide some basic details.
- Every document is marked with the notary's official stamp or seal, confirming the notarization is complete.
Remote Online Notarization
Illinois has adopted RON — documents can be notarized over a live video call.
Full RON details →For aspiring notaries
Becoming a notary in Illinois
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission term | 4 years |
| Surety bond | $5,000 bond required |
| Training course | Required |
| State exam | Required |
Total cost to become a notary in Illinois typically runs $178–$203, covering the application, bond, training, and supplies.
Full guide to becoming a notary →Sourced from the National Notary Association, verified July 2026. Confirm current requirements with the Illinois Secretary of State.
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