Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles Implements New Process for Changing Address on Driver’s License
The Illinois Secretary of State’s office recently announced a new process for residents looking to change their address on their driver’s license. The change comes as part of the ongoing efforts to streamline services and improve customer experience at the DMV.
Starting November 1st, 2021, Illinois residents will be able to update their address on their driver’s license online through the Secretary of State’s website. This new online service will allow residents to conveniently make the change without having to visit a DMV office in person.
“We are excited to offer this new online service to our residents,” said Secretary of State Jesse White. “We understand that updating your address on your driver’s license can be a hassle, so we are constantly looking for ways to make the process easier and more convenient for our customers.”
To update their address online, residents will need to log in to the Secretary of State’s website using their driver’s license number and last name. They will then be prompted to enter their new address and submit any required documentation, such as proof of residency. Once the change is processed, residents will receive a new driver’s license in the mail with their updated address.
In addition to the new online service, residents can still update their address in person at a local DMV office. However, the Secretary of State’s office encourages residents to take advantage of the online option whenever possible to avoid long wait times and unnecessary trips to the DMV.
“We want to make sure that updating your address is as simple and convenient as possible,” said White. “By offering this new online service, we hope to save our residents time and hassle when it comes to changing their address on their driver’s license.”
The Secretary of State’s office also reminds residents that it is important to keep their address up to date on their driver’s license. In Illinois, residents are required by law to notify the DMV of any address changes within 10 days of moving. Failure to do so can result in fines and penalties.
“We want to remind residents that updating their address is not just a convenience, it is a legal requirement,” said White. “By keeping your address current, you can ensure that you receive important correspondence from the DMV and other government agencies in a timely manner.”
Overall, the new online service for changing address on driver’s licenses is part of the Secretary of State’s ongoing efforts to modernize and improve services for Illinois residents. By offering convenient online options, the DMV hopes to make the process of updating addresses faster and easier for customers.
Residents who wish to update their address on their driver’s license can visit the Secretary of State’s website at www.cyberdriveillinois.com for more information and to access the online service.
