<p>According to this website, you should be able to use your foreign licence for up to one year. Then you’ll need to get one from the state of Illinois. [Illinois</a> New License Application Info - DMV Guide](<a href=“Illinois New License Application Info | DMV.ORG”>Illinois New License Application Info | DMV.ORG)</p>
<p>If you apply for a temporary license for foreign nationals who are ineligible for a Social Security Number, you will have to pass the vision, written and driving tests. If you apply for a regular license, it appears that you would still have to take the vision and written exams but you might get the road test waived. [Illinois</a> Relocation Guide - IL Moving Guide - DMV Guide](<a href=“http://www.dmv.org/il-illinois/new-to-illinois.php]Illinois”>Illinois Relocation Guide & Moving Guide | DMV.ORG)</p>
<p>Please note that the website I am quoting is not official.</p>
<p>I recommend that you ask your local DMV about your options and responsibilities once you arrive in the US.</p>