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Drivers with disabilities in Illinois can apply for disabled parking placards or license plates from the Illinois Office of the Secretary of State (SOS). The SOS issues permanent placards, temporary placards, organization placards, and disability license plates. Read below for more information about the application requirements and rules for disabled parking permits in Illinois. Disabled Driver Placards in IllinoisThe IL SOS offers a few different placards for disabled drivers, as well as a disabled driver license plate. Each type of placard has specific requirements, rules, and restrictions. The type of placard you receive will be determined by your doctor's evaluation and certification of your physical capabilities and limitations. The Illinois SOS issues:
Disability License PlatesYou can apply for a disability license plate in Illinois IF you meet any of the following requirements:
In addition to the disability license plate, you will also receive whichever permanent parking placard you qualify for—meter-exempt or non meter-exempt. Disabled veteran license plates are issued to Illinois veterans with disabilities resulting from military service. See the IL SOS disabled veteran page for more information. Rules and RestrictionsAll Illinois disability placards and license plates allow you to park in marked disabled spaces. However, ONLY the meter-exempt permanent placard allows you to:
Visitor PlacardsIllinois recognizes the disabled parking placards of other states, and any U.S. state will recognize your IL placard or plate. When visiting Illinois with an out-of-state disabled placard or plate:
See “ Rules and Restrictions" above, or contact the Illinois SOS Persons with Disabilities License Plates/Placard Unit at (217) 782-2709 for more information. Applying for an IL Disabled Plate or PlacardApplying for any disabled parking permit in Illinois requires the assessment and certification of a doctor. You can apply:
Parking placards are free, but you must pay registration fees for license plates. By MailTo apply for your handicap-parking permit by mail, you and your doctor must complete the Persons with Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard/License Plates (Form VSD 62). The forms requires that certain sections be completed by one of the following:
Disability parking placards are free. However, if you are applying for an IL disability license plate, you must include the:
NOTE: Fees vary for new vehicles, vanity license plates, and personalized plates. Mail all of your application materials to: Secretary of State The Illinois Office of the Secretary of State should process your application within 60 days. In PersonYou can apply in person for temporary placards ONLY. Temporary placards are valid for up to 6 months depending on both your doctor's assessment and the issuing office. To apply, take a completed Persons with Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard/License Plates (Form VSD 62) to your local IL SOS office. Remember that the form must be completed and signed by a doctor, physician's assistant, or practice nurse. Renewing an IL Handicap PlacardDisabled parking placards have different expiration dates. Check your placard's expiration date and be sure to submit your renewal application ahead of the date. Renewing a Permanent PlacardTo renew your permanent placard, follow the same process for applying for a new placard (see "Applying for an IL Disabled Placard" above). You and your doctor must complete the Persons with Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard/License Plates (Form VSD 62). Mail the application and payment to: Secretary of State NOTE: If you're a disabled veteran, you DO NOT need medical recertification to renew your placard IF your disability was originally certified as permanent. However, you may be required to provide proof of Illinois residence. Renewing Other Placards or PlatesIf you have a temporary disabled placard or a disabled license plate in Illinois, you can:
Replacing a Lost or Stolen PlacardIf your IL disabled parking placard is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can request a replacement by mail. To request a replacement, you will need:
Send the form and payment to: Secretary of State For information about replacing a handicapped license plate that has been lost, stolen, or damaged, see our Replacing a Lost Registration in Illinois page. Can I renew my handicap placard online in Illinois?Can I use the electronic application process to obtain my renewal placard? No. At this time, applicants renewing on behalf of a disabled child must utilize the paper application process.
How do I get a handicap placard in Illinois?An applicant must complete a Persons with Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard/License Plates form (VSD 62) certifying the disability by a licensed physician. If the applicant has a permanent disability, the form must be mailed to the Secretary of State's office (by either the physician or the applicant).
How do I renew my handicap parking permit in Illinois?Disability Plates have a renewal registration fee of $101. Renewals can be completed online, by mail or by visiting an Illinois Secretary of State Office. For your convenience Illinois renewals can be completed online at License Plate Renewals on the Secretary of State Website.
Where can I renew my handicap placard near me?This is usually at the local Department of Motor Vehicles office or at the local Tax Collector's Office.
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