Return completed form to: Secretary of State Index Department, 111 E. Monroe, Springfield, IL 62756.
The Easy Answer: Yes, You May Notarize Out-Of-State Documents.
One of the most common mistakes that notaries make is not printing or signing their name exactly as it appears on their notary commission.
California. California has some of the most stringent application requirements for Notaries in the U.S. — including a required education course and background check — and the mandatory exam is among the most challenging in any state.
The commission states the notary's name and term expiration date. The application process can take anywhere from 2-12 weeks, depending on the county in which the applicant resides.
To apply to become a South Carolina Notary Public or renew your notary commission, you must complete the paper application Notary Public Application and Renewal Application (PDF) to mail to your county delegation office or the House of Representatives if you do not have a delegation office in your county.
No. An Illinois notary public has the authority to perform notarial acts only while in the State of Illinois.