If you're at least 15 years old and pursuing the freedom to drive, the ultimate result of having a driver's license, you will need to know how. In Illinois the process of obtaining a driver's license can be quite confusing. Our goal is to take some of the mystery out of the process and get you started with a great online driver's ed course. Check out each of the tabs for more details on the following steps.

Easy As 1-2-3

1. Take your Online Driver's Ed course from igottadrive.com to learn the fundamentals of safe driving and good driving skills.
2. Get your Illinois instructional permit from the DSF, which requires passing the written exam at the local DSF.
3. Get your driver's license from the Illinois Driver Services Facility (DSF), which requires passing the driving exam at any Illinois DSF office.

Getting a instructional permit allows you to practice driving on the road under the supervision of a parent, guardian, or adult who is at least 21 years old. The process of obtaining a instructional permit requires you to successfully pass a written exam at your local DSF office.

Steps to Getting a Driver's Permit

With your instructional permit in hand, it is now time to get in-car training and the necessary experience for taking the driving exam at the  DSF. The most important detail is to get practice, practice, and more practice behind the wheel. It has been demonstrated novice drivers with more supervised practice will become safer drivers, so don't skimp on the practice!

Steps To Getting A Driver's License

Driver's Education Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions about our program
• Car Insurance requirements, claims, & discounts
• Driving Tips library can help build your skills
• Driver's Blog for topical driving issues
• Fun Facts includes an infographic collection

Official Illinois DSF Information

• Illinois DSF web site
• Illinois Rules of the Road
• Illinois Parent-Teen Driving Guide

Illinois Partners

• Earn High School Credits while taking online driver's ed