Ukrainian and Russian speaking notary in Chicago
Maksym Bielov is an Illinois Notary Public. Appointments are available in Ukrainian, Russian and English, with agreed mobile visits in Chicago and nearby areas.
Steps to take
- Tell us the document type and destination without sending passport numbers in your first message. Obtain legal wording from a qualified professional.
- Agree on the time, location, scope and itemized price. A standard non-electronic notarial act is capped at $5; our base fee is $5.
- Bring identification and the approved document. Personal appearance is required, and a separate acknowledgment is signed before the service.
- For Ukraine-bound documents, confirm apostille, translation and shipping needs. Notarization does not verify the document’s content or provide legal advice.
FAQ
Where is the office?
We work by appointment within our service area. Meeting locations are agreed privately; no home address is published.
Sources and scope
General information, not legal advice. The factual baseline was checked on November 11, 2026; recheck current authority and recipient requirements before submitting. Acceptance and timing are not guaranteed.
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