Updated July 3, 2021<\/strong> Even if you\u2019re visiting the windy state with an out-of-state license, Illinois Secretary of State has the is allowed to take away your right to drive. Keep reading for more details about driving in Illinois.<\/p>\n What do I need to do and what is required to renew my driver\u2019s license in the state of Illinois? Good questions.<\/p>\n The Secretary of State\u2019s office handles Illinois driver\u2019s license renewals and will mail a renewal letter 60 to 90 days before your license expires. This renewal letter provides all the information you need such as the required documents, any required testing and whether you are eligible to renew online or must appear in person.<\/p>\n The letter is mailed to the address on file, so if you\u2019ve moved and haven\u2019t updated the Secretary of State\u2019s office, be diligent and make sure you don\u2019t let your license expire. Driving on an expired license may end up costing you a lot of money. To avoid trouble, here\u2019s how to renew an illinois driver\u2019s license.<\/p>\n Drivers who are aged 21 to 80 will have to complete an Illinois license renewal every four years, while those aged 81 to 86 will need to renew every two years. If you are over age 87, you will have to renew every year.<\/p>\n If there are no required changes, such as your address, you will only need your current valid license to complete your Illinois driver\u2019s license renewal.<\/p>\n If you must change your address or for some reason you no longer have your license card, you must verify your identity by providing additional documentation.<\/p>\n Acceptable documents include:<\/p>\n For drivers under the age of 21, your license expires three months past your twenty-first birthday.<\/p>\n For all other drivers, your license expires on your birthday. For drivers who are between 21 and 80, your license is valid for four years.<\/p>\n For those aged 81 through 86, your license is valid for two years. If your 87 or older, you\u2019ll have to renew your Illinois license every year.<\/p>\n You can renew your license up to one year before it expires (six months for a one-year license).<\/p>\n Your renewal notice will let you know if you are eligible to complete your Illinois license renewal online.<\/p>\n The following conditions will exclude you from renewing online:<\/p>\n In these cases you will need to complete your Illinois driver\u2019s license renewal in person. The online portal is accessed through the Secretary of State\u2019s website.<\/p>\n You can renew your license at your local DMV office by walking in or scheduling an appointment. Make sure you bring your current license and your renewal letter when renewing an Illinois license in person.<\/p>\n At the office you will need to do the following:<\/p>\n Please note, Illinois requires all licensed drivers to take a written exam every eight years, unless you keep your record clean.<\/p>\n You will receive a temporary, paper license that remains valid for 90 days. This document can be legally used for driving purposes or to prove your identity.<\/p>\n You will receive your permanent license in the mail.<\/p>\n Your renewal letter will indicate if you are eligible to renew by mail. If so, simply mail in the renewal form. A new, permanent license will be mailed to you within 15 business days.<\/p>\n If you are considered a safe driver, your renewal letter may indicate that you complete your Illinois driver\u2019s license renewal via telephone.<\/p>\n If you are eligible, you can renew by calling (866) 545-9607.<\/p>\n Illinois license renewal fees are based on the age of the driver looking to renew or replace:<\/p>\n There are many options for completing your Illinois driver\u2019s license renewal, so don\u2019t wait. Driving on an expired license may end up costing you much more than the renewal fee.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Illinois Driver\u2019s License Renewal Guide Updated July 3, 2021 Did you know that getting a ticket for driving without a valid driver license is equivalent to an arrest in Illinois?…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":11718,"parent":5377,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5552","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\nDid you know that getting a ticket for driving without a valid driver license is equivalent to an arrest in Illinois? In the Prairie State, driving without a valid license is a Class B Misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days in jail! Plus, $1,500 in fines, and the possibly getting your driving privileges revoked.<\/p>\nHow to Renew Your Illinois Driver\u2019s License<\/h2>\n
Do I Need to Renew My Driver\u2019s License?<\/h2>\n
Required Documents for IL License Renewal<\/h2>\n
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When Does My Driver\u2019s License Expire?<\/h2>\n
Where to Renew Your License in Illinois<\/h3>\n
Renewing Your License Online<\/h3>\n
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Renewing Your License In Person at the DMV<\/h3>\n
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Renewing Your License by Mail<\/h3>\n
Renewing Your License by Phone<\/h3>\n
Required Driver\u2019s License Renewal Fees<\/h3>\n
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