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Be alert for fraudulent messages or websites attempting to steal your banking information, login credentials, or credit card details. The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will never request personal or financial information via text message. To confirm official communications or contact details, always visit https://tax.illinois.gov.

Buying a Car Out-of-State?

News – Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Here’s What You Need to Know

IDOR is reminding residents that when purchasing a vehicle from another state, sales or use tax is generally due where the vehicle will be registered and used, not necessarily where it was purchased.

For the full Press Release, see Illinois Department of Revenue Reminds Taxpayers that Vehicle Tax is Generally Owed at Registration Location, Not Purchase Location