Illinois residents can now renew their driver’s licenses online through the Illinois Secretary of State’s website. This new online renewal option is a convenient and efficient way for residents to update their licenses without having to visit a Driver Services Facility in person.
The online renewal process is simple and easy to navigate. Residents can log on to the Secretary of State’s website and follow the instructions to renew their driver’s licenses. They will need to provide their current license number, last four digits of their social security number, and a valid email address. They can also choose to update their address or personal information during the renewal process.
Once the renewal is complete, residents will receive a temporary driver’s license via email. They can use this temporary license until their new physical license arrives in the mail within 15 business days. The online renewal option is available to residents who are eligible to renew their licenses by mail, meaning they must be between the ages of 21 and 74, and their current license must not expire in the next 12 months.
This online renewal option comes as a welcome change for many Illinois residents who have had to endure long wait times at Driver Services Facilities in the past. By allowing residents to renew their licenses online, the Secretary of State’s office hopes to streamline the renewal process and reduce wait times at their facilities.
In addition to the online renewal option, the Secretary of State’s office has also implemented other measures to make the renewal process more efficient. They have expanded the availability of renewing licenses at select AAA locations, allowing residents to renew their licenses at a location that is more convenient for them. This option is available to residents who are renewing a non-REAL ID compliant license.
Overall, the online renewal option for Illinois driver’s licenses is a positive step forward in modernizing the renewal process. It provides residents with a convenient and efficient way to update their licenses without having to visit a Driver Services Facility in person. By implementing this online renewal option, the Secretary of State’s office is making it easier for residents to keep their licenses up to date and in compliance with state regulations.
