How is eligibility for a TVDL tied to authorized length of stay in the country?
A TVDL is valid for three years, or for the period of time the individual is authorized to stay in this country, whichever ends sooner. The applicant must be authorized to be in the country for at least one year and have at least six months remaining on an authorized stay. There is an exception to maximum possible three year expiration: The TVDL of individuals 81 years of age or older will expire in accordance with existing Illinois law, which may be two years, or one year for anyone 87 years of age or older, or when that individual’s authorization to remain in this country expires, whichever ends sooner. Under 21 TVDLs will be valid for the authorized length of stay or three years, whichever ends sooner. What identification documents are required to obtain a TVDL? Applicants will be required to provide acceptable documentation that proves name, date of birth, Illinois residency and verification of written signature. For required documents, details are available on the Driver’s License
