Illinois Notary Public Bond
What is a notary public bond in Illinois?
The Illinois Secretary of State requires all notaries to post a $5,000 notary bond for their four-year commission term. To perform remote online notarizations (RONs), you must increase your bond limit to $30,000.
A notary bond guarantees that the notary will fulfill their legal duties and won’t engage in fraudulent or illegal activity. It protects the public from monetary losses if their notary makes a mistake or violates the surety contract.
Get Your Notary Bond in Illinois:
How much is a $5,000 Illinois notary public bond?
Notaries must purchase this bond to guarantee the State of Illinois that they will pay any losses incurred by the public up to this amount. Your bond will only cost a fraction of the price.
ZipBonds offers a $5,000 notary bond with errors and omissions insurance for just $100. We also offer the $30,000 bond that may cost up to $300. You can apply online for instant approval (without a credit check) or by calling (888) 435-4191.
Who needs an Illinois notary public bond?
Anyone who wishes to become a notary public in Illinois must obtain a $5,000 notary bond (or a $30,000 notary bond to perform RONs). The bond protects the public from errors or misconduct during notarization and provides a financial safeguard if a notary public violates the law.
How do I file my notary bond?
To obtain a notary bond, applicants must find a reputable Illinois bonding agency authorized to issue notary bonds in the state (like ZipBonds). The applicant must provide personal information, including their name, address, and information about their notary public commission. Once approved, the surety provider will issue the bond!
Once you apply for your surety bond and send us your notary application, we will file it with the State of Illinois for you.
How do I become a notary public in Illinois?
Illinois allows for both traditional and online notaries. Here’s an overview of the process to help you get started!
- Take a class and pass the exam.
- Pay a $15 application fee.
- File an application.
- Post a $5,000 bond (or $30,000 bond to perform remote online notarizations).
- Purchase your notary seal and journal.
See our guide for more information: How to Become a Remote Online Notary in Illinois.
Why would someone file a claim on this bond?
Someone can file a claim on your notary public bond if you break the law by committing fraud or failing to notarize documents properly.
How to Purchase Your Notary Bond in Illinois
ZipBonds offers the fastest and most secure option for getting the surety bonds you need. Our all-digital platform is intuitive and straightforward. Apply online or call us at (888) 435-4191 to speak with an agent directly. Many of our bonds are approved and processed instantly upon application.
About ZipBonds.com
Founders Ryan Swalve and Zach Mefferd formed the vision for ZipBonds.com when they realized how overly complicated it was to help clients place surety. The frustration of being unable to incorporate the technology they’d used in other insurance-focused projects left them thinking “there has to be a better way.”
Fast forward a couple of years, and that better way is the impetus of everything we do at ZipBonds. We constantly look for innovative ways to improve the bonding process for our clients and agents. Our team comprises individuals who understand all angles of surety – for companies, agencies, and individuals. Incorporating everyone’s point of view to improve the process while simultaneously integrating cutting-edge technology is what sets our business apart.