How Much Does It Cost To Register a Car in Illinois From Out of State
Individuals establishing residency in Illinois with vehicles previously titled in another state must complete registration within 30 days of moving to Illinois. The Illinois Secretary of State oversees all motor vehicle titling and registration functions performed through Secretary of State facilities and participating currency exchanges throughout Illinois.
Base Registration and Title Fees
Transferring vehicle registration from another state to Illinois requires payment of multiple fee components, including registration charges, title application costs, license plate fees, and various administrative assessments. The Illinois Secretary of State Vehicle Services Department maintains uniform fee schedules applied consistently across all processing locations.
Title Application and Processing Fees:
| Service Description | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Original certificate of title | $165.00 |
| Duplicate or corrected certificate of title | $50.00 |
| Recreational vehicle title | $250.00 |
| Salvage certificate | $20.00 |
Standard State Fees
Illinois establishes registration fees based on vehicle classification and weight category. Comprehensive fee information is accessible through the Illinois Secretary of State Fees Chart.
| Vehicle Classification | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| Passenger vehicle | $151.00 |
| Motorcycles | $41.00 |
| B-Truck | $151.00 |
| C-Truck | $218.00 |
| Recreational trailers (under 3,000 lbs) | $18.00 |
| Recreational trailers (3,001 to 8,000 lbs) | $30.00 |
| Recreational trailers (8,001 to 10,000 lbs) | $38.00 |
| Recreational trailers (over 10,000 lbs) | $50.00 |
| Recreational vehicles (under 8,000) | $101.00 |
| Recreational vehicles (8,001 to 10,000 lbs) | $90.00 |
| Recreational vehicles (over 10,000 lbs) | $102.00 |
State Sales and Use Tax
Illinois applies use tax to vehicles brought into the state from other jurisdictions when sales tax was not previously paid or when the tax paid was less than Illinois' use tax rate. The Illinois Department of Revenue establishes tax rates and collection procedures implemented by the Secretary of State during vehicle registration.
Vehicle Use Tax Rate:
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| State vehicle use tax | 6.25% |
Illinois credits sales tax paid to the previous state of registration against the use tax obligation. If the prior state imposed a sales tax equal to or greater than 6.25%, no additional state use tax is due. If the previous state's tax was lower, Illinois collects the difference between the amount paid and the 6.25% Illinois rate.
County and Municipal Use Tax
Illinois counties and municipalities levy a use tax on vehicle purchases and transfers, which is collected at the time of registration. These local use taxes supplement state-level taxation and vary significantly by jurisdiction as provided under 35 ILCS 105/3-45.
To find the vehicle use tax rate based on your location, use the MyTax Illinois Tax Rate Finder.
Vehicle Inspection Requirements and Fees
Illinois requires emissions testing for gasoline-powered vehicles four years old or newer and for vehicles more than four years old registered in designated counties within the Chicago and Metro-East St. Louis areas. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency administers the vehicle emissions testing program through authorized testing stations.
Emissions Inspection Fees:
| Service Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Mandatory emissions inspection | Free |
| Voluntary emissions inspection | $20.00 |
Government Agencies and Contact Information
Illinois Secretary of State - Vehicle Services Department
213 State Capitol, Springfield, IL 62756
Phone: (800) 252 8980
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
The Illinois Secretary of State Vehicle Services Department administers all vehicle titling, registration, and driver licensing functions throughout Illinois' 102 counties. The department operates driver services facilities statewide and authorizes participating currency exchanges to process routine vehicle transactions on behalf of the state.
Illinois Vehicle Licensing Offices
Illinois provides motor vehicle registration services through Secretary of State driver services facilities and participating currency exchanges in all counties. Facility locations are listed in the Illinois Secretary of State Facility Locator.
Chicago Flagship Center Driver Services Facility
125 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: (312) 793 1010
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Naperville Driver Services Facility
931 W. 75th St., Ste. 161, Naperville, IL 60565
Phone: (312) 793 1010
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Rockford Central Driver Services Facility
3720 E. State St. Rockford, IL 61108
Phone: (815) 394 0179
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Peoria Driver Services Facility
Sterling Bazaar Shopping Plaza 3311 N. Sterling Ave. #12 Peoria, IL 61604
Phone: (309) 686 6040
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Aurora DMV+ Driver Services Facility
970 N. Lake St. Suite B Aurora, IL 60506
Phone: (312) 793 1010
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Joliet Driver Services Facility
201 S. Joyce Rd. Joliet, IL 60435
Phone: (312) 793 1010
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Springfield Flagship Center Driver Services Facility
2701 S. Dirksen Parkway Springfield, IL 62723
Phone: (217) 782 6030
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Champaign DMV+ Driver Services Facility
2012 Round Barn Rd. Round Barn West Shopping Center, Space 1, Champaign, IL 61821
Phone: (217) 278 3344
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Schaumburg Driver Services Facility
1227 E. Golf Rd. Schaumburg, IL 60173
Phone: (312) 793 1010
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
Decatur Driver Services Facility
3149 N. Woodford Decatur, IL 62526
Phone: (217) 875 1650
Official Website: Illinois Secretary of State
