Can i register car online and mail later illinois

In Illinois, you can register your vehicle online, but you'll need to print and sign the registration certificate and mail it to the Illinois Secretary of State's office along with the required documents and fees.

Here's a step-by-step guide to help you register your car online in Illinois:

  1. Gather required documents:
    • Proof of identity (e.g., driver's license, state ID, or passport)
    • Proof of insurance
    • Vehicle title or registration certificate
    • Proof of Illinois residency (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement)
  2. Go to the Illinois Secretary of State's website:
  3. Create an account or log in:
    • If you don't have an account, create one by providing your name, email address, and password
    • If you already have an account, log in using your email address and password
  4. Enter your vehicle information:
    • Provide the vehicle's make, model, year, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    • Enter the vehicle's license plate number (if you already have one)
  5. Upload required documents:
    • Upload the required documents (listed above) to the website
  6. Pay the registration fee:
    • You can pay the registration fee online using a credit or debit card
    • The fee varies depending on the type of vehicle, its weight, and the length of registration
  7. Print and sign the registration certificate:
    • Once you've completed the online registration, print the registration certificate
    • Sign the certificate in the presence of a notary public (if required)
  8. Mail the registration certificate and supporting documents:
    • Mail the printed and signed registration certificate, along with the supporting documents and payment, to the Illinois Secretary of State's office

Mailing address:

Illinois Secretary of State Vehicle Services Division 2701 S. Dirksen Parkway Springfield, IL 62702-4277

Note: If you're registering a vehicle for the first time in Illinois, you may need to provide additional documentation, such as a bill of sale or a manufacturer's certificate of origin.

Remember to keep a copy of the registration certificate and supporting documents for your records.