You can change your address online, by mail, or in person at a Secretary of State facility
Illinois offers three routes to update your driver's license address, and the fastest is online through the Secretary of State website. You do not need to renew your license or pay a fee to change your address — it is a separate transaction. The online method takes about 10 minutes and your updated license arrives by mail in roughly one to two weeks. If you prefer not to go online, you can mail a form or visit a Driver Services facility in person, though both take longer.
Your address change becomes official the moment the Secretary of State processes it, even if your physical card has not arrived yet. If you need proof of your new address before the card comes, you can print a temporary document from your online account or request one at a facility.
Key Takeaways
- The online method through cyberdriveillinois.com is fastest and requires only your driver's license number, last four digits of your Social Security number, and your new address.
- You do not pay a fee to change your address, and you do not need to renew your license to make this change.
- Mail-in changes require the DL 44 form, a copy of your driver's license, and proof of your new address, and take three to four weeks.
- In-person changes at a Driver Services facility require your current license and one document proving your new address, such as a utility bill or lease.
- Your address is updated when ready in the system; the physical card with your new address arrives separately by mail.
Changing your address online through the Secretary of State
Go to cyberdriveillinois.com and select the "Online Services" option, then choose "Change Address." You will need your current Illinois driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your new street address. The system will ask you to confirm your identity by answering security questions based on your driving record and personal history.
Once you submit the change, you receive a confirmation number on screen. Save or print this number — you may need it if you contact the Secretary of State later. Your updated license is mailed to your new address and typically arrives within one to two weeks. There is no fee for this service.
If you do not have access to a computer or prefer not to use the online system, the mail and in-person options are available, though they take longer.
Changing your address by mail
Request or read the DL 44 form from the Secretary of State website, or call 217-782-6900 to have one mailed to you. Complete the form with your new address, sign it, and include a photocopy of your current driver's license. You must also include one document that proves your new address — a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days all work.
Mail the completed form, license copy, and proof of address to the address listed on the form. Processing takes three to four weeks from the date the Secretary of State receives your envelope. There is no fee. Your new license arrives by mail once processing is complete.
Changing your address in person at a Driver Services facility
Visit any Secretary of State Driver Services facility with your current Illinois driver's license and one document proving your new address. Acceptable proof includes a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government-issued mail dated within the last 60 days. You do not need to bring the DL 44 form if you go in person — staff will process the change at the counter.
Processing at a facility is usually when ready or takes only a few minutes. Your updated license is mailed to your new address and arrives within one to two weeks. There is no fee. If you need proof of your address change before the card arrives, ask the staff member for a temporary document you can print or take with you.
To find the facility nearest you, use the location finder on cyberdriveillinois.com. Hours vary by location, and some facilities require appointments during busy periods, so check ahead before you go.
What counts as proof of your new address
Illinois accepts documents dated within the last 60 days that show your name and new address. A utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet), lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, or bank statement all work. Government-issued mail such as a tax return or voter registration card also counts. A piece of mail from your employer with your name and address is usually accepted as well.
Documents that do not work include credit card statements, insurance policies, or anything without your name printed on it. If you have just moved and do not yet have a document in your name at the new address, contact the Secretary of State at 217-782-6900 to ask about alternatives — they may accept a lease signed but not yet dated, or a utility bill in a roommate's name with a signed statement from you.
Timeline and what to expect after you submit your change
Online changes are processed within one to two weeks. Mail-in changes take three to four weeks from receipt. In-person changes at a facility are processed when ready, though your physical card still arrives by mail within one to two weeks. The delay between processing and receiving your card is the time it takes the state's mail vendor to print and deliver it.
Your address is updated in the Secretary of State's system right away, regardless of which method you use. If you need to prove your new address before the card arrives — for example, to open a bank account or register to vote — you can print a temporary document from your online account at cyberdriveillinois.com, or ask for one at a Driver Services facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to renew my license to change my address?
No. Changing your address is a separate transaction from renewing your license. You can change your address at any time, and it does not affect when your license expires. If your license is expiring soon, you can renew and change your address at the same time, but you do not have to.
Is there a fee to change my address?
No. Changing your address on your Illinois driver's license is free, whether you do it online, by mail, or in person. You pay only if you are renewing your license at the same time.
What if I move before my new license card arrives?
Contact the Secretary of State at 217-782-6900 and provide your new address. They can remail your card to your updated location. You can also update your address again online or in person if you move a second time before the card arrives.
Can I change my address if my license is expired?
You can change your address online or by mail even if your license is expired. If you go in person to a Driver Services facility, staff may ask you to renew your license at the same time, though some facilities will process an address change alone. Call ahead to confirm what your local facility requires.
How do I know if my address change went through?
If you changed your address online, you received a confirmation number on screen — that confirms the change was submitted. You can also log into your account at cyberdriveillinois.com to check your current address on file. If you changed your address by mail or in person, your new license arriving in the mail confirms the change was processed.