Agencies
Services
Professional Land Surveyor
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Land Surveyor, Licensed - Renewal Available!
- Design Firm, Registered
- Surveyor Intern
NOTICE: IDFPR Introduces New Online Licensing System!
On October 30, 2024, IDFPR launched CORE, a new online system for professionals to apply for licensure in Illinois.
Access CORE and learn more about the new system by going here.
License Information
Online Renewal & Instructions
- Online Renewal Instructions
- Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update. - NOTE: If an applicant misses the renewal window and the online portal does not allow you to renew after it concludes, you must reinstate their license by requesting a Reinstatement application from IDFPR.
Notices
- Administrative Rule Amendments effective as of July 23, 2025
- We have a new Third Party Authorization for licensure applicants, which may be found here! This is for applicants to authorize individuals or companies to contact IDFPR on your behalf regarding your application. All other versions of the form will no longer be accepted by the Department starting May 1, 2024.
Surveyor Intern Information and Application
Land Surveyor License Information and Application
Professional Design Firm Information and Application
License Maintenance
Resources and Publications
- Request Certification of License and/or exams
- Request to change license status to INACTIVE
- Manual for Code Enforcement Officials and Design Professionals
- Change Your Address/ Request License Reprint
- Department FAQs
- Land Surveyor Criminal Conviction FAQs
- Reasonable Accommodation Request - Examinees with Disabilities
- Application to classify records as confidential
