Illinois Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Practice Exam

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Prepare for the Illinois FOID card with our comprehensive practice exam. Featuring flashcards and multiple-choice questions, each with hints and detailed explanations, to ensure you're fully prepared for your application.

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

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How long is a FOID card valid before it needs to be renewed?

  1. 5 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 1 year

  4. Indefinitely

The correct answer is: 10 years

A FOID card in Illinois is valid for 10 years before it needs to be renewed. This time frame allows firearm owners to possess and use their firearms legally without the need for frequent renewals. It is essential for firearm owners to keep track of the expiration date on their FOID card to avoid any legal issues related to expired cards.