Frequently Asked Questions

In order to submit an official address change in Illinois, you can use the online system or visita Secretary of State Facility in-person to submit the documents from the address change checklist. Both systems record each change separately therefore it is possible that each of the documents can have a different address.

When you submit the address change forms it is definitely advisable to take care of both processes to keep your data updated and keep in line with the 10-day deadline for reporting address changing.

How do I change my address on my car insurance?

Changing your address on your car insurance documents in Illinois depends on the insurance company that services your policy. To change your address, call the customer service number on your insurance card or policy documents and ask the customer service representative “How to change my address.”

How do I change my address on my car registration?

Drivers can submit anaddress change request for acar registration in Illinois either online, via mail, or in person. Accompanying procedures such as license plate renewals can also be done online.

• Online address changing can be done when drivers renew registration. Drivers will be required to provide the code and PIN stated on the renewal notice.

• Address changing via mail can be done using the Address Change box at the end of the renewal notice. Payment can be made as a personal or traveler’s check and submittedalong with form via mail. Take note that you will need to wait for about 30 days for the new sticker to arrive.

• In order to submit anaddress change request in person, visit a nearby Secretary of State Facility and submit the completed renewal notice along with the appropriate fee.

Fees depend on the type of document that you will need to correct. It is recommended that you check any recent fee changes before you apply, as they may be related to fees about car title changes.

The process of changing an address on a CDL is the same as the process for changing an address on a regular license. To initiate an official address change, drivers mustsubmit a completed Address Change Form, which can be obtained using any of the following methods:

• In person at a Secretary of State Facility
• Online via the electronic system

Make sure to submit one address change request for each record. Each vehicle that you own must be recorded separately. All personal documents for which the address changing can be updated online need to be submitted separately.

To complete the address change on your drivers license at drivers facilities, you also need to add the applicable $5 fee and two additional documents that can serve as proof of identification.

How do I change my address on my drivers license?

In order to request anofficial address changein Illinois, you need to submit a completed Address Change Form, which you can obtain using any of the following methods:

• In person at a Secretary of State Facility
• Online via the electronic system

Make sure to submit one address change request for each record. Each vehicle that you own must be recorded separately. All personal documents for which the address changing can be updated online need to be submitted separately.

To complete the address change on your drivers license at drivers facilities, you also need to add the applicable $5 fee and two additional documents that can serve as proof of identification.

How do I change my address on my ID card?

To change address on your ID card, residents can either visit a Secretary of State Facility or use the online system to submit the following documents:

• Address Change Form
• Two documents that serve as proof of identity
• Payment for appropriate fees:
  • $10 update fee for persons over 18
  • $5 update fee for persons under 18

  How do I change my name on my car insurance?

  The process to change your name on your car insurance policy may vary according to the rules and guidelines of your car insurance company.

  When transferring the insurance policy to your new name, get in touch with your insurance agent. TheIllinois Department of Insurance has developed guidelines for types of mandatory insurance that companies need to adhere to.

  How do I change my name on my car registration?

  The process to change your name on your car registration must start with the name change on the car title, as they are interrelated.

  Car titles can be corrected if you submit an Application for Vehicle Transactions via the Illinois Electronic Registration System, along with evidence of the reason for name change, and data for the odometer reading.

  When you get your updated car title, you can submit the petition for name change at the closest Secretary of State Facility via mail or in person and include the following documents:

  • A check payable to the Illinois Secretary of State or a major credit card
  • Your signed renewal notice
  • The corrected title
  • Supporting documentation

  You will receive your new sticker that indicates the official name change within 30 days.

  How do I change my name on my driver’s license?

  Name changingin Illinois must be initially done with the Social Security Administration (SSA). To officially change your name at SSA, applicants must submitproof of identity, proof of citizenship proof of age and a completed Application for Social Security Card. Once this procedure is completed, you can request a name change on yourdrivers license at state facilities.

  To correct the name on your drivers license as an Illinois citizen, follow these steps:

  1. Visit a Secretary of State Facility
  2. Provide proof of identity
  3. Provide your old drivers license
  4. Pay $5 fee

  How do I change my name on my ID card?

  As an Illinois resident, you can request a name change on anID card only if you have previously done the change with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

  The steps to change your name on your ID card include:

  1. Visit a Secretary of State Facility
  2. Provide proof of identity
  3. Pay relevant fee:
     1. $10 for persons over 18
     2. $5 for persons under 18
     3. Free of charge for persons over 65

     How do I contact the Social Security Administration for my name change?

     Applicants in Illinois who wish to file aname change requestcan get in touch with the Social Security Administration in several ways including:

     • The official SSA homepage
     • Use your personal Social Security account
     • Use your Social Security Card and Number booklet
     • Call toll-free at 1-800-772-1213
     • Call for hearing-impaired at TTY number 1-800-325-0778

     How much does it cost to change my name on my car registration?

     There is no fee set for applicants requesting aname change oncar registrations.

     Do, however, bear in mind the costs for name changing on the car title as this is a process that comes beforehand. To process the official name change on your car title, you will need to pay the applicable fees which may include:

     • $95 for regular vehicles
     • $30 for ATV vehicles
     • $15 for discounted car titles due to close family circumstances

     How much does it cost to change my name on my car title?

     Name changes on car titles cost $95 in Illinois. Titles for ATV vehicles can be updated for $30.

     Discounts for name changing that has occurred due to marriage or other important personal changes can be obtained if you submit a legal proof for the change instigated. The name change request will then cost $15.

     How much does it cost to change my name with the DMV?

     In order to apply for an official name change in Illinois, you will need to pay applicable fees, which may include:

     • $5 for corrected drivers license
     • $10 for corrected ID card for persons over 18
     • $5 for corrected ID card for persons under 18

     Citizens over 65 are usually allowed to name corrections in documents free of charge.

     What documents do I need to present for proof of residency?

     Proof of residency in Illinois is often required in two separate formats. The stipulated forms that are acceptable proof of residency are listed below and need to be taken into account when you prepare the address change checklist:

     • Affidavit Certificate of Residency
     • Bank Statement
     • Canceled Check
     • Certified Grade/High School/College/University Transcript
     • Credit Report
     • Deed/Title, Mortgage, Rental/Lease agreement
     • Home Insurance Policy
     • Letter on Official School Letterhead
     • Medical Claim or Statement of Benefits
     • Official mail received from government authority
     • Voter Registration Card
     • Pay Stub or Electronic Deposit Receipt
     • Pension or Retirement Statement
     • Phone Book
     • Report Card from Grade/High School or College/University
     • Tuition invoice/official mail from college or university
     • Utility Bill

     Each of these must contain the full address to be taken into account.

     What documents do I need to present if I am a non-U.S. citizen changing address?

     Along with the basic documents that are valid to prove the official address change in Illinois, applicants that do not have permanent residence in the state need to submit additional documents related to their status as non-U.S. citizens.

     The valid documents need to serve as proof of identity, proof of age, proof of employment status, proof of student status, or as proof of any other legal residence in Illinois.

     What penalties will I face if I do not change my address with the DMV?

     If you fail to follow the official address change process, which is required by the Secretary of State in Illinois, you may endure penalties as a result of not having your documents updated on time, such as having to pay additional fees for new documents afterwards.

     An address change is relevant for a new CDL license and for insurance policies. Any change of address request must be done as soon as possible in order to avoid any discrepancies with the IL DMV. It is best to submit the address change request within the 10-days deadline to avoid penalties that may arise of using non-valid personal documents.

     When must I change my address with the DMV?

     To keep in line with state regulations about address changing, drivers in Illinois need to notify the relevant Secretary of State Facility within ten days of the actual event.

     Owners of a CDL license that go through the official address change process must additionally apply to get their new commercial driving license in hard copy, within 30 days of changing address when moving.