Illinois to offer DMV services at state fair mobile office August 13-23

Illinois residents can bypass a trip to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) by visiting a mobile office at the state fair. From August 13 to August 23, the Secretary of State's office will offer services like Real ID applications and license renewals at the fairgrounds.

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias highlighted the convenience, stating, "The Illinois State Fair is about celebrating what makes our state special, and we are excited to bring the Secretary of State's services directly to thousands of residents while they are already enjoying a great family tradition." He emphasized that this initiative saves time, allowing fairgoers to handle essential business while enjoying other activities.

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The Illinois State Fair is about celebrating what makes our state special, and we are excited to bring the Secretary of State's services directly to thousands of residents while they are already enjoying a great family tradition.

The mobile office will be located on Brian Raney Avenue, near the southeast corner of the fairgrounds. It will operate daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., closing at 4 p.m. on the final day. In addition to driver's license services, representatives from the State Archives will provide free genealogical searches. The Department of Business Services will also offer assistance for starting businesses, filing documents, or searching for existing businesses.

To ensure a smooth experience, the state administration advises attendees to check the website beforehand for required documents. The initiative aims to integrate essential government services with a popular state tradition, making them more accessible to the public.

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Instead of making a separate trip to the DMV, visitors can take care of essential business, research family history, or spend time with their children reading an author.