This tool allows Pennsylvania notaries public and prospective notaries public to apply for and renew their notary commissions in an efficient paperless process. This online service allows you to either: (1) apply for a new Notary Public Commission; (2) renew a Notary Public Commission; (3) add Electronic Notary.Each Notary Public Application must include a legible photocopy of your driver's license or state ID card. Go to the Illinois Secretary of State's website to complete a notary application. Complete a threehour approved education course. Upload a copy of your course certificate of completion and completed and signed Notary Public Bond form to your online application. To become a notary in Illinois, you must: Complete a Notary Public Application on the Illinois Secretary of State's website. Are you looking to become an Illinois notary or to renew your notary commission? Take a look at these frequently asked questions about the notary process. Application. (a) Application for notary public commission.