Your Illinois Notary Application Process

As of August 1st, 2024, the Illinois Secretary of State has a new online application. To submit your application online, you’ll need to provide a Notary bond and proof of completion of a state-approved course.

• Get started quickly: Download our pre-filled bond form. We’ll email you a completed bond to easily upload with your course completion certificate.
• Don't have a bond yet? Explore our bond options here.
• Need training too? Our Notary packages include everything you need: state-required bond, online training, and exam!

If you are a non-resident from a qualifying bordering state with a place of business in Illinois, or if you have a hardship that prevents you from applying online, you’ll need to complete a PDF application and mail it to the Secretary of State’s office.

For more information about the new application process, please visit here.