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How to Handle a Change of Address in Illinois

Submitted by deniz on Wed, 01/07/2009 - 09:33

If you are an Illinois resident and have changed addresses or plan to do so in the near future, you must have the address information updated on your license, vehicle registration and title certificate. You are also required to notify your insurance provider of your new address.

[edit] REPORTING A CHANGE OF ADDRESS TO THE DRIVER LICENSE DIVISION

You must notify the Illinois Secretary of State's Office of a change in address as soon as possible. Reporting a change of address is simple, and can be done online. If you wish your license be reissued with your new address or are a commercial license holder, apply in person at your local driver service facility.

Reporting an address change via the Internet:

  1. You can report a change of address online by using the Address Change form and following the instructions carefully.
  2. Make sure you have filled in all the required information including your DL number or ID card number and information regarding all the vehicles registered in your name.
  3. The address will be updated in the file at the Secretary of State's office.
  4. If you hold a commercial driver's license you must get the correction done within 30 days of a change in address.

Reporting an address change by mail:

  1. Download and complete the Address Change form and mail it to the following address: 
    Secretary of State
Vehicle Services Department
501 S. Second St.
Springfield, IL 62756
  2. You must submit a proof of identity.
  3. If you hold a commercial driver's license you must get the correction done within 30 days of a change in address.
  4. If you have any questions you can contact the Secretary of State Vehicle Services Department at (217) 782 6306.

[edit] ADDRESS CHANGE ON YOUR VEHICLE TITLE AND REGISTRATION

  1. You must report a change in your address using the Address Change form and following the instructions carefully.
  2. You must notify your Secretary of State's office of a change of address and have this information updated on your Illinois Vehicle Title and Registration certificate. This will allow you to receive your renewal notice and any other correspondence in a timely fashion. If you hold a commercial driver's license you must get the correction done within 30 days of a change in address.
  3. If you ask for a corrected title you must pay the fee of $65 per vehicle. If you ask for a corrected certificate, you have to pay $3 for every vehicle you own. These fees must be paid when you submit the application in person.

[edit] NOTIFYING YOUR INSURANCE SERVICE PROVIDER OF AN ADDRESS CHANGE

  1. You must also notify your insurance provider of your change of address, so that you receive timely information regarding due dates for payments, renewals, and other communication.
  2. To save time and money, some drivers in Illinois who change addresses choose to obtain a free quote for new auto insurance instead of changing the address with their current insurance provider. Not only does this save the hassle of contacting and notifying the current insurance company, but it could potentially save hundreds of dollars by identifying companies that offer lower rates and/or better coverage.

[edit] ADDITIONAL INFORMATION