Ultimate guide to Registering your Vehicle in Illinois

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)

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

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