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Updating Your Address with the Illinois DMV

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Keeping your address current with the Illinois Secretary of State (SOS) is required by law and helps ensure you receive important notifications about your license, registration, and other DMV-related services. Whether you're moving within Illinois or into the state, updating your address is a straightforward process.

Who Needs to Update Their Address?

Illinois residents must notify the SOS within 10 days of moving to a new address if they hold:

  • A valid Illinois driver's license or ID card
  • An Illinois vehicle registration
  • Both of the above

Even if you're only changing apartments or moving down the street, this requirement still applies.

How to Change Your Address with the Illinois DMV

There are different methods available depending on what you're updating—driver's license/ID or vehicle registration.

For Driver’s License or State ID

You can update your address online, by mail, or in person:

  • Online: Visit the Illinois Address Change system and submit your updated information.
  • By Mail: Complete the Driver's License/State ID Card Address Change form and send it to the Secretary of State office.
  • In Person: Visit a local SOS facility. Bring your current license/ID and a document proving your new address.

Note: The address change does not automatically generate a new license or ID card. To obtain a card with your new address, you must apply for a duplicate license.

Learn more about licensing options in Illinois Driver's License Types and Classes.

For Vehicle Registration

You can update your address on your vehicle registration:

  • Online: Use the Electronic Registration and Title (ERT) System to submit your updated address.
  • By Mail: Send your registration renewal notice with the corrected address written in.
  • In Person: Visit a local SOS facility and complete the required form.

If you need help with vehicle registration, check How to Register a Vehicle in Illinois.

What Documents Are Required?

When updating your address in person, bring one of the following documents that shows your new address:

  • Utility bill
  • Lease or mortgage document
  • Bank statement
  • Insurance policy

For official requirements, visit the Illinois Secretary of State website.

Fees for Updating Address

There is no fee for simply changing your address in SOS records. However, if you request a new driver’s license, ID card, or vehicle registration with your updated address printed, standard replacement fees apply.

Review Illinois DMV Fees for Licenses, Plates, and Permits for current charges.

Why It’s Important

Not updating your address can result in:

  • Missing critical DMV notices (e.g., license suspensions, renewals)
  • Potential penalties if stopped by law enforcement
  • Issues with insurance or legal documents

Moving to Illinois from Another State?

New residents must apply for an Illinois driver’s license within 90 days of establishing residency. For step-by-step instructions, refer to How to Get Your First Illinois Driver’s License.