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Ultimate guide to Registering your Vehicle in Illinois

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March 25, 2022 1 min read

REGISTER A VEHICLE IN ILLINOIS

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Here's the ultimate guide to registering your vehicle in Illinois. We've simplified the entire process for you so you can save time.

What You’ll Need to Register your Vehicle in Illinois

  • Completed Application for Vehicle Transaction (Form VSD 190) (available through the Electronic Registration and Title system or at SOS office; only valid for 7 days following online completion)
  • Proof of Illinois residency
  • Proof of ownership
  • Original title (signed by previous owner, if applicable) and registration OR
  • Copy of title and Certificate of Origin OR copy of loan agreement and a bill of sale (if vehicle owned by out-of-state lienholder)
  • Description of vehicle
  • Year, make, and model
  • Vehicle identification number
  • Date of purchase
  • Indication whether vehicle was purchased new or used
  • Lienholder information (if applicable)
  • Completed Odometer Disclosure Statement for Title Transfers (Form VSD 333) (signed by you and previous owner)
  • Completed Private Party Vehicle Tax Transaction form (Form RUT-50) (not available online)
  • Payment for applicable fees and taxes
  • $101 registration fee ($114 with vanity license plates)
  • $95 title fee
  • Sales tax (based on value of vehicle)
  • $25 license plate transfer fee (optional; if you want to transfer your existing license plates)

What You’ll Do to Register your Vehicle in Illinois

  • Step 1: Visit your nearest Illinois SOS office (optional: make an appointment!)
  • Submit the required documents & ID
  • Submit payment
  • Receive your Illinois license plates
  • Receive your temporary vehicle title and registration
  • Step 2: Receive your Illinois vehicle title and registration via U.S. mail

Caveats and Exceptions to Registering Vehicle in Illinois

  • Is your vehicle electric? Then you qualify for a reduced registration fee.  Learn more.

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