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6 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

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Chapter 1: Qualifications & Commissioning

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Chapter 2: Authorized Notarial Acts & Certificates

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Chapter 3: Identification & Personal Appearance

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Chapter 4: Journal, Seal & Fees

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Chapter 5: Remote & Electronic Notarization

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Chapter 6: Prohibited Acts, UPL & Discipline

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Illinois Notary-Specific Topics Covered

Illinois Notary Public Act (5 ILCS 312) duties and authority4-year commission term and 30-day Illinois residency ruleMandatory 3-hour course and 85% passing exam (effective January 1, 2024)$5,000 traditional bond and $25,000/$30,000 remote-electronic bond tiers$5 maximum traditional fee and $25 maximum electronic-act feeMandatory notary journal with 7-year retentionRectangular rubber-stamp seal elements and dimensionsRemote notarization by audio-video communication and electronic notarization through approved electronic notarization system providersItemized fee receipts and immigration-fee capsNotario prohibition and non-attorney advertising disclosures

Illinois Notary Exam Details

Illinois Notary Public

Administered by Illinois Secretary of State (Index Department)

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85% on the required course final exam (50 questions)
Passing Score
50
Questions
No
Hours
$15 application filing fee (notary) plus a $5,000 surety bond; $40 to apply for both notary and electronic notary
Exam Fee
Study time: 3-6 hours (the mandatory 3-hour course plus self-study)
Prerequisites: Age 18+, U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, resided in Illinois 30 days before applying (or qualifying bordering-state nonresident), proficient in English, no felony conviction, Illinois driver's license or ID for the online application
Valid for: 4-year commission term (1 year for qualifying nonresidents from bordering states)

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Illinois Notary Public Handbook (I PUB 16, March 2026)Illinois Notary Public Act (5 ILCS 312)Illinois Notary Public Act Rules (14 Ill. Adm. Code 176)Illinois Secretary of State - Notary Public

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