A Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) card is a state-issued identification card that is required to legally possess a firearm in Illinois. The FOID card is issued by the Illinois State Police (ISP) and is valid for 10 years. To apply for a FOID card, you must be a resident of Illinois, be at least 21 years of age, and not be prohibited from possessing a firearm by state or federal law.
There are several benefits to having a FOID card. First, it allows you to legally possess a firearm in Illinois. Second, it can help you to avoid being arrested or prosecuted for illegally possessing a firearm. Third, it can help you to obtain a concealed carry permit, which allows you to carry a concealed firearm in public.