This bond is required for anyone who wants to become a notary public or remote notary in Illinois. The state requires this $30,000 bond to protect the public from financial harm if the notary makes a mistake or acts dishonestly when notarizing documents. Think of it as a safety net that ensures people can be compensat…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for anyone who wants to become a notary public or remote notary in Illinois. The state requires this $30,000 bond to protect the public from financial harm if the notary makes a mistake or acts dishonestly when notarizing documents. Think of it as a safety net that ensures people can be compensat…
Who usually needs it
Individuals commissioned as notaries public by the Illinois Secretary of State need these bonds. The $5,000 bond is required for notaries performing traditional in-person notarizations, while an additional $25,000 bond (or total $30,000 bond) is required for those also performing remote notarizations via audio-video or electronic notarizations.
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
Notary bonds protect the public from notary errors or misconduct. Typical Pricing:. • Notary bonds: Typically very affordable — often under $100 per term. • No credit check: Required in most states. • Instant approval: Available for most notary bonds. Bond amounts and terms vary by state. Most states require a notary bond before commissioning. This is one of the most affordable bond types available.
Typical timeframe
Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
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StateILBond amount$30,000ObligeeState of IllinoisBond classNotary BondCategoryNotaryBondIllinois Notary + Remote Notary BondJurisdictionStatePlain descriptionThis bond is required for anyone who wants to become a notary public or remote notary in Illinois. The state requires this $30,000 bond to protect the public from financial harm if the notary makes a mistake or acts dis…Who needs this bondIndividuals commissioned as notaries public by the Illinois Secretary of State need these bonds. The $5,000 bond is required for notaries performing traditional in-person notarizations, while an additional $25,000 bond …