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. Starting August 1, 2024, Illinois residents applying to be Notary Public or Electronic Notary Public must use our online application.If you have not already completed a bond form, click here to complete our bond form. Prospective notaries submit applications through the official state website. You can print an application to become a notary public at the Secretary of State's website or call (217) 782-7017. Upload a copy of your course certificate of completion and completed and signed Notary Public Bond form to your online application. Go to the Illinois Secretary of State's website to complete a notary application. Complete the state-required bond form as a part of the online application. Applications are now completed directly through the state's website. Complete. Simplify your Notary Public Application process with this guide.