Quick answer. Notary fees in Illinois: Up to $5 per notarial act (non-electronic). Up to $25 per electronic notarial act.
Fees for notarial acts in Illinois
| Act | Maximum fee |
|---|---|
| Any notarial act, non-electronic (statutory maximum) | $5 |
| Any electronic notarial act (statutory maximum) | $25 |
Online and remote notarization
The Illinois Notary Public Act sets a maximum of up to $25 for any electronic notarial act. An electronic notary may also charge a reasonable fee to recover the cost of providing a copy of an entry. The section we read does not set a separate fee for remote notarization.
Travel and other charges
The statute text we read does not mention travel fees, so ask the notary what they charge and get the total before you book.
Compare with New Jersey
New Jersey sets $2.50 per act under N.J. Admin. Code 17:50-1.18. See how much a notary costs in New Jersey, or learn about remote online notarization. Whether a document notarized online is accepted depends on the receiving party and the law that applies.
Sources
This page is general information from the official sources below, not legal advice. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the state agency before you rely on a figure. Last reviewed October 2026.
Cite this page: MCC Solutions, "Illinois notary fees: what a notary may charge," last reviewed October 2026, mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/fees-by-state/illinois. For the fee itself, cite the official source above.
Common questions
How much can a notary charge in Illinois?
Up to $5 per notarial act (non-electronic). Online notarization: Up to $25 per electronic notarial act.
Can a Illinois notary charge for travel?
The statute text we read does not mention travel fees, so ask the notary what they charge and get the total before you book.
Where does this come from?
The official sources linked at the bottom of this page: Illinois Notary Public Act, 5 ILCS 312/3-104: Fees (Illinois General Assembly).