August 12, 2024 –The Secretary of State’s Teen Summer DMV program is set to end on August 24, so interested teens should sign up soon.
This initiative opened 12 additional DMV locations exclusively for teen drivers every Saturday and has allowed more than 50,000 Illinois teens to obtain their first driver’s license during the summer months.
The Teen Summer DMV program was introduced in June 2024 as part of Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ broader modernization plan to improve DMV services across the state. The program was designed to create efficiencies and reduce wait times by offering dedicated hours for teen drivers, accommodating those who may have summer commitments or whose parents are unable to take time off work during the week.
The program not only caters to teen drivers but also alleviates the weekday demand at DMV facilities, freeing up appointment slots for other customers. Teen drivers are required to complete in-person testing and identity verification, as mandated by state law, before receiving their licenses. Parents and teens are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity by contacting the DMV to schedule a 10- or 30-minute appointment, depending on the service needed.
For more information and to schedule an appointment, parents and teens can call (800) 252-8980. The Secretary of State’s office also provides guidance on the necessary documents for obtaining a driver’s license, including a birth certificate, Social Security Card, and proof of address.
