What Documents Are Needed to Register a Vehicle in Illinois?

As an Illinois resident and driver, you need to register your vehicle to stay legal in the state.  If you are a new resident of Illinois or a new driver, you may not be clear on everything you need to get this job done. Here we help you with the necessary documents and steps to take care of this task.

Key Items to Gather For Your Vehicle Registration

You have 30 days to register your vehicle in Illinois if you are a new resident. First and foremost, you need to have your vehicle insured to be a legal driver. You will also need: the title of your vehicle, proof of your insurance policy, an application for the transaction, the basic details of your car such as model and year, an odometer disclosure statement and the necessary amount of money for fees and taxes. While the fees will vary depending on model and type of license plate, but some general cost outlines include: a $50 title fee and $25 license plate transfer fee if applicable. You can apply for a reduction in fees if you drive an electric vehicle.

Time to Register Your Vehicle

Once you have gathered the needed documents, you can visit the Illinois Secretary of State’s local office to get your vehicle registered or you can stop in to one of our many Chicagoland locations at Cash 2 Go Financial. Our team focuses on quality customer service that is easy and stress-free. You can register your car, boat or trailer conveniently with us. Our locations have hours that will work within your work schedule, so that you do not have to make time to visit the Secretary of State’s office or give up your lunch hour.  You do not need an appointment, but can visit our team when you have the time.

If you are new to living in Illinois, you may be confused about the procedures or overwhelmed with everything that you need to get done after moving. We are happy to answer your questions at any time in person. If you have just purchased a vehicle from a private party, you have 20 days to take care of the registration. You will need the application for vehicle transactions, the vehicle’s title, any details of the lienholders, the fee, the private party vehicle transaction form and the odometer disclosure statement.

Get Your Other Tasks Completed With Us

At Cash 2 Go Financial, we will help you with your vehicle registration, plate renewal and a variety of financial services – all in one place. You can pay your bills electronically with us, place or receive a money order, obtain or load up a prepaid debit card or exchange your unwanted gift cards. We also can assist you with vital documents, such as marriage, birth or death certificates. 

We can answer your questions via our online contact form

Where Can I Renew My Illinois License Plate Sticker?

As an Illinois resident, you need to stay on top of your vehicle registrations and license plate sticker renewals each and every year. While you can take time out of your day to get to the Secretary of State’s Office, our crew at Cash2Go Financial is helping transform the way you are able to renew your stickers. Our team members are here for you to get this yearly task checked off your to-do list quickly, conveniently and easily.

Our staff is ready to assist you at any of our various locations throughout the Chicagoland area. You will find us in many corners of our communities, including Park Ridge, Glenview, Arlington Heights, Wheeling, Bensenville, Grayslake, Evanston, Chicago, Palatine, Lake Zurich, Libertyville, and beyond. By being right in your neighborhood, our locations are located right where you need us, and our staff members can answer your questions and help you walk out with your renewal sticker, so that you are driving legally.

Don’t Forget to Bring These Key Items

Renewing your license plate sticker is an easy process – as long as you have everything you need to get it done! Please bring with you the following in order for our team members to complete the renewal process: registration ID card or number, PIN and payment for the renewal. The registration ID number and PIN are located on your renewal email that you should receive from the Secretary of State. If you are not sure about your number, you can contact the Secretary of State’s Public Inquiry Division to clarify before heading on in to see us.

Besides having many locations to serve you, our spots have hours that are extended beyond what you will find at the Secretary of State’s Office. You should not have to take time off work or juggle your kids’ activities in order to complete this task. Not only do we renew vehicle registrations, but we also can take care of your boat, trailer or RV sticker.

More Than Just Sticker Renewals

As a financial service provider, we are also here to help you with a variety of money services. You can not only take care of your sticker renewals or license plate registration, but also place or receive money orders and load or purchase prepaid debit cards. Our additional money services are: electronic bill pay, foreign currency exchange, gift card exchange, utility payments and purchase or refilling of transportation cards, such as Metra, CTA and Pace. Our services can assist you with obtaining copies of marriage or birth certificates and having important documents notarized. Please contact our team first, as our notary professionals are not always in our offices. Our financial service offerings can assist you with both your personal and professional lives, especially if you do not currently have a checking account at a bank. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out through our online contact form