What Do I Need to Sign My TOD Deed in Illinois?

Witness, notary, and remote online notarization (RON) requirements for TOD deeds in Illinois.

Frequently Asked Questions

Illinois requires 2 witnesses for a tod deed.755 ILCS 27/1 to 27/95Verified Jul 15, 2026 Witnesses must be at least 18 years old.

Yes, notarization is required for a tod deed to be valid in Illinois.755 ILCS 27/1 to 27/95Verified Jul 15, 2026

Yes. A TOD deed can be executed entirely remotely in Illinois — the signing happens in a live video session with an online notary (755 ILCS 27/40). 2 witnesses must join the same video session.755 ILCS 27/1 to 27/95Verified Jul 15, 2026

To execute a tod deed in Illinois: Find 2 adults to serve as witnesses. Review witness restrictions to ensure eligibility. Schedule a notary appointment (in-person or online via RON). Sign remotely: signer, notary, and 2 witnesses in one live video session

No. TOD deeds work by being recorded against a specific parcel of real estate, so the deed must be a Illinois TOD deed recorded with the Illinois county where the property sits. A TOD deed signed in another state cannot transfer Illinois real property, regardless of how it was executed. If you own real estate in more than one state, each parcel needs its own state-appropriate TOD deed. See the document portability tool for the full breakdown.

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