Ill. Admin. Code. tit 86, § 130.ILLUSTRATION A - Examples of Tax Exemption

a)         This Illustration A provides samples of the tax exemption cards issued by the U.S. Department of State to certain foreign government personnel and offices under the authority of the Foreign Missions Act (22 USC 4301 et seq.) prior to June 2011.  The plastic cards, which are the size of credit cards and have a hologram, are valid nationwide. Cards are used at the point of sale for exemption from State and local sales taxes and similar taxes normally charged to customers. Some cards have restrictions on tax-free purchases. Tax exemption cards are not valid for exemption from taxes on telephones, other utilities, or gasoline purchases. Cards are not transferable. Only the person whose photograph appears on the front side of the card may use it. Vendors may ask for additional identification such as a driver's license.

b)         Examples of tax exemption cards for personal purchases.