“WHY IS IT SO DIFFICULT TO GET AN APPOINTMENT?”
Due to the federally-mandated Real ID requirements, our facilities and website have been overwhelmed with requests for Real IDs. As a result, we’re asking everyone to make sure they really need a REAL ID before booking an appointment or visiting a facility. The May 7th date is NOT a final deadline and everyone can travel with a valid U.S. Passport. If you are unable to get an appointment for Real ID, please visit a walk-in Real ID Saturday DMV or the new walk-in Real ID Only Supercenter at 191 N Clark St, Chicago. Thank you.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias with a winner of the Illinois' Letters About Literature contest.

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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias with a winner of the Illinois' Letters About Literature contest.

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March 12, 2025 Giannoulias: Secretary of State’s REAL ID Supercenter Is Open for Business! March 11, 2025 Giannoulias Unveils REAL ID Supercenter to Serve Unprecedented Demand March 6, 2025 Current State Flag is Decisive Winner in Flag Redesign Contest March 4, 2025 Giannoulias Honors Student Organ Donors on ‘Sweetness Day’
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