How long can I keep my Ohio license plates after I move to Illinois?

Question

I am moving to Chicago for a new job on 10/1. I just renewed my Ohio plates and they will be valid for almost a year.

When do I have to purchase Illinois plates? Can I continue to use my Ohio plates until they expire?

Answer 1

You have 90 days from the date you establish residency.....for the license and the plates

Drivers moving to Illinois may use their valid driver's license from their home state or country for 90 days. You may obtain an Illinois driver's license or identification card only if you are becoming a legal resident of Illinois. If you have a valid driver's license from another state or country, you may use it to drive in Illinois throughout your stay (if you do not plan to become a permanent resident of this state). Illinois does not recognize the international driver's license.

To receive an Illinois driver's license or ID card, you must provide acceptable identification to prove name, date of birth, Illinois residency, Social Security Number and your signature for comparison.

To obtain an Illinois driver's license, you must successfully complete a vision screening, written examination and possibly a driving examination, and pay the appropriate fee. An Illinois driver's license is valid for four years. An Illinois ID card is valid for five years.

Answer 2

Most states have a 30 day residency requirement. I would think that Illinois would want their share of the pie after 30 days!

Answer 3

You are stuck. They are typically good only for 30 days at best in a new state (at best because if new state doesn't have reciprocity with old state answer may be zero days). You can return them to cancel your Ohio insurance and save some money tat way.

Answer 4

Generally, most states give a 30 day leeway.

Answer 5

CHECK WITH THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. I THINK YOU HAVE A FEW MONTHS OR WEEKS TO CHANGE BOTH YOUR DRIVING AND CAR LICENSE.

Answer 6

it suppose to be one month