The result is a headquarters for the team and a domicile for Steven, who despite being partGem, needs to eat and sleep. Domicile is a fancy word for the place where you live.Whether it's a mansion on 5th Avenue or a tee-pee in the desert, if you live in it, it's your domicile. You do not have to be physically present in Illinois the entire year to be considered a full-year resident. Individuals acquire a domicile of origin at birth and this is normally the domicile of the father. Perhaps the one best fitting this article is, "home is where the heart is. For an independent student to be considered a resident of Illinois they must have physically resided in Illinois for 12 continuous full months. Examples of proof that you live in Chicago (must show your name and address):. • Driver's license. Domicile is often used for legal and tax purposes, while residency can determine eligibility for services and benefits, such as instate tuition or healthcare.