Agencies
Services
Optometry
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Optometrist - Renewal Available!
- Approved Optometry CE Sponsor - Renewal Available!
- Optometry, Controlled Substance - Renewal Available!
- Optometry Ancillary Location Registration
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.
New applications for Optometry are now available in CORE.
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
- Illinois Vaccine Access Initiative
- 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.
Licensee Application Forms
- Optometrist
- Optometry Ancillary Location Registration
- Optometrist Controlled Substance Application
- Guide for Controlled Substance License Applications
- Optometric CE Sponsor - Online License Application
- Optometric CE Sponsor - Requirements for Licensure
- Petition for Review of Permanent Denial/Revocation
- Petition For Restoration From Discipline
- Petition for Hearing
