What You'll Do to Transfer your Out-of-State Driver License to Illinois
- Present the required documents & ID.
- Pass the vision test.
- Pass the written test.
- Surrender your out-of-state driver's license.
- Pay the required fee.
- Receive a temporary driver's license.
- Do you need to retake driving test when moving to Illinois?
- Do I need an appointment for the DMV Illinois?
- Can I register my car in Illinois with an out-of-state license?
Do you need to retake driving test when moving to Illinois?
Do drivers moving to Illinois have to retake the written test again? Yes, when you move to Illinois you'll need to pass the written test when you transfer your out-of-state license.
Do I need an appointment for the DMV Illinois?
Appointments are now required at many Illinois Secretary of State facilities in the Chicago area for multiple transactions, including Illinois driver's license and state ID card services.
Can I register my car in Illinois with an out-of-state license?
Any vehicle owned by a non-resident that is properly registered in another state other than Illinois does not have to be registered in the state. If you plan to move to Illinois, you have up to 30 days after you have established residency to register your vehicle in the state.