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A student in the International Student Homestay Program can request a letter from the Homestay Coordinator verifying their current address.  \nSteps for applying for a TVDL  \n1. Obtain required documentation.  \n2. Prepare for driver’s test by studying the “Illinois Rules of the Road” section of the “Cyber Drive Illinois”website listed below. If you would like to practice driving before your road test, you may choose to apply for an instruction permit.  \n3. If you are between 18-20 years of age, you must present proof of successful completion of a six-hour adult driver education and training course.  \n4. Schedule an appointment at one of the designated Secretary of State Facilities listed below:  \nRockford Central Chicago North Chicago West  \n3720 E State St 5401 N Elston Ave 5301 W. Lexington St  \nRockford, IL 61108 Chicago, IL 60630 Chicago, IL 60644  \n815-394-0179 312-793-1010 312-793-1010  \nAurora Naperville  \n339 E Indian Trail 931 W 75th St, Suite 161 Aurora, IL 60505 Naperville, IL 60565 312-793-1010 312-793-1010  \n5. Have a licensed driver drive you to the Secretary of State Facility location.  \n6. Pay the required fee.  \nPlease Note:  \nYou must take the Written Test, Vision Test, and the Road Test. You will need to supply your own vehicle for the Road Test that is properly insured in the state of Illinois. Road tests are only available until sunset or 30 minutes before closing, whichever is sooner.  \nThe TVDL is valid for three years or for the period of time you are authorized to stay in the country, whichever ends sooner. No renewals are allowed if there is less than six months left on your I-20. For more information [visit ](visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com)[www.cyberdriveillinois.com](visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com).  \nThis information is subject to change without notice.  \nFor individual questions, please contact the Center for Global Engagement for an appointment.","cbCaivwP5lOF2FVz","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivwP5lOF2FVz","pdf",184074,"English","# Eligibility\n## Required documents\n# How to apply\n## Testing and appointment\n## Fees and validity","[{\"question\":\"Who is eligible to apply for a TVDL in Illinois?\",\"answer\":\"Eligibility includes non-U.S. citizens who are lawfully admitted, temporarily residing in Illinois, authorized to stay for at least one year with at least six months remaining, and who are ineligible for a Social Security Number. 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