How to Get an Illinois Driver's License

This article was co-authored by Jacqueline Regev. Jacqueline Regev is a Driving Instructor and the Founder & CEO of Bubble of Safety Driving School. With over 20 years of education experience, she specializes in encouraging people to develop their skills to become safe and courteous drivers. Jacqueline earned a Bachelor's Degree from UCLA and an MA from Chapman University. She is also pursuing a PhD from UC Santa Barbara.

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Whether you are a new teen driver or a new resident of Illinois, the process of getting an Illinois license is fairly easy and straightforward. In order to receive a license, you will need to present several different forms of identification and residency verification. You may also need to pass a written and driving exam as well as a vision test. Though it requires multiple steps to obtain a driver’s license in Illinois, with proper preparation and knowledge, you’ll be on your way to obtaining this vital card!