Well, I got my updated "combined" card already and it only took about three weeks.
I'm assuming it qualifies as a CCL, even though it is a "Firearms Owners Identification" card but it says "CCL:Yes" in the upper right corner.
I feel lucky that so far, I've not had any issues with my FOID or CCL. From the original issuance of the card years ago, to the renewal and now an address change, it's gone smoothly.
I'm thankful, especially after reading the numerous horror stories here about problems. Although the $80 fee seems really steep for an address change.
The tax on the right to carry is pretty steep here in IL.
$250 for a 16 hour class
$150 for the application
$150 for a 3-day renewal class
$150 for a renewal application
$80 for an address change
So add in the extra fees, taxes and gas required to travel to the classes and we're talking probably over $1000 so far.
That doesn't include the firearm or defense ammo.
I'm thankful for IL Carry where I learned so much over the years about this whole process. It's a critical resource to have.