Biller name
Illinois Secretary of State
HQ: Springfield, IL
Legal name
Illinois Secretary of State
Website
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Illinois Secretary of State Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 800-252-8980 |
| Customer Service | (217) 785-3000 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: ilsos.gov/contact-us · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Illinois Secretary of State
The Illinois Secretary of State is one of six elected executive offices in Illinois state government, serving as keeper of the official acts of the General Assembly and official records of the executive branch. The office issues driver licenses and registers motor vehicles, registers corporations and lobbyists, and oversees securities regulation.
Illinois Secretary of State bills commonly include driver license renewal fees, vehicle registration fees, license plate fees, business registration and filing fees, and notary commission fees. Deferit is unaffiliated with Illinois Secretary of State.
How to Pay Your Illinois Secretary of State Bill
- Online: Visit https://apps.ilsos.gov/LicenseRenewal/ to renew vehicle registration and license plates; accepts credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express) and electronic check (e-check fees waived).
- Phone: Call 1-800-252-8980 to renew vehicle registration and license plates; accepts credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express).
- In-Person: Visit a DMV office, currency exchange, or participating bank; accepts cash, check, traveler's check, and credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express).
- Mail: Mail check or money order payable to Illinois Secretary of State; allow 30 days for delivery.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: ilsos.gov/departments/vehicles/onlinerenewals.html ·ilsos.gov/departments/vehicles/title-and-registration/regid.html ·ilsos.gov/departments/vehicles/cft/payment.html ·ilsos.gov/contact-us.html.
Need to split your Illinois Secretary of State bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: ilsos.gov.
| Illinois Secretary of State payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Illinois Secretary of State's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If Illinois Secretary of State offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Illinois Secretary of State based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by Illinois Secretary of State at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check Illinois Secretary of State's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by Illinois Secretary of State and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | Illinois Secretary of State bills only | Illinois Secretary of State and most other US household bills |
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*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About Illinois Secretary of State
Can I use Deferit to pay my Illinois Secretary of State bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Illinois Secretary of State bill amount in Deferit and we pay Illinois Secretary of State in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Illinois Secretary of State accept? ›
Illinois Secretary of State typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit ilsos.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Illinois Secretary of State offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Illinois Secretary of State's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Illinois Secretary of State bill on time? ›
Contact Illinois Secretary of State directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: July 2026