REAL ID Supercenter to open in downtown Chicago in Loop at North Clark Street will accept walk-ins
Share and Follow

CHICAGO (WLS) — A new REAL-ID only supercenter will open in downtown Chicago this week.

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said the Loop location will only accept REAL ID applicants.

The supercenter will open on Wednesday, March 12 and will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

It will be located at 191 N. Clark Street.

This comes as Giannoulias announced DMVs would expand Saturday hours to accomodate for REAL ID applicants.

READ ALSO | How long does it take to get a REAL ID?

Here are the requirements to apply for a REAL ID in Illinois:

1.A U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport, Naturalization Certificate, Report of Birth Abroad or a Certificate of Citizenship. If you are not a U.S. citizen, an employment authorization document, a permanent resident card or a foreign passport with an approved I-94 form is also acceptable. If you’ve changed your name, you’ll need to provide name change documents.

2.Proof of a full Social Security number (SSN). Examples include: a Social Security card, a W-2 or a pay stub with your full SSN.

3.Two current residency documents that list your full name. Examples include: a utility bill, rental agreement, deed/title or a bank statement.

4.Proof of your signature. Examples include: a signed credit or debit card, canceled check, or current state driver’s license or state ID.

Illinois has an interactive checklist to make sure applicants don’t forget anything. The checklist can be found here.

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Gunmen attack church in Nigeria, killing two and kidnapping others

Gunmen Launch Deadly Attack on Nigerian Church: Two Killed, Others Abducted

Armed assailants launched a violent assault on a church in Nigeria, resulting…
Murder suspect identified during investigation into Anna Kepner death

Key Suspect Uncovered in Anna Kepner Murder Investigation

In a startling development, the case involving cruise tragedy victim Anna Kepner…
Explosion rocks senior living apartment building in Ohio, multiple people injured

Ohio Senior Living Facility Explosion: Multiple Injuries Reported in Shocking Incident

A significant explosion rocked a senior living apartment complex in Austintown, Ohio,…
Multiple Chicago police officers attacked in downtown violence in which several victims were shot

Several Chicago Police Officers Assaulted Amid Downtown Violence, Multiple Victims Shot

In a distressing turn of events on Friday night, multiple police officers…
Fire on ship docked at Port of Los Angeles prompts evacuation of crew, officials say

Port of Los Angeles Ship Fire Leads to Crew Evacuation: Latest Updates and Safety Measures

A cargo ship erupted in flames at the Port of Los Angeles…
Ex-general says Saudis unlikely to leak F-35 tech, but China 'could exploit through intel'

Former General Warns of Potential Chinese Exploitation of F-35 Technology, Despite Low Risk from Saudi Arabia

Concerns about China’s aggressive efforts to acquire American military technology have emerged…
Shooting at an Oklahoma State University residence hall wounds at least 3 people

Blaze on LA Container Ship Sparks Shelter-in-Place Alert for Local Residents

In Los Angeles, a fire that erupted on a container ship on…
90s fitness icon Susan Powter reveals how her secret life was exposed

90s Fitness Icon Susan Powter Unveils the Uncovering of Her Hidden Life

Susan Powter, once a prominent figure in the 1990s fitness scene, has…