Learn the best tips to apply for your US driver's license as an F1 visa or J1 visa international student in the US, including how to get the Real ID in 2023.
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In this video, we cover the different scenarios under which you might want to obtain a US driver's license as an F1 visa or J1 visa international student. This includes first-time driver's license applicants, international students transferring US out of state driver's license,s and international students transferring an international driver's license.
Applying for the Real ID as an International Student on F1/J1
When applying for your US driver's license, you will be given the option to obtain a Real ID Driver's license or a Standard Driver's License.
International students intending to obtain the Real ID driver's license, should be prepared to present 2 different types of documents showing proof of their residency in the state. For example, this could be your tuition bill AND your rental lease agreement or a tuition bill AND your bank statement. These documents MUST contain your full name and an address located in the state.
Here are the steps you can follow when applying for your driver's license on an F1/J1 Visa
#1. Visit the website of your US state agency that issues driver's licenses
The exact name of this state agency varies from state to state. Most states call this the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). On this website, you would find information on the required documents to obtain a driver's license in the state. Depending on your state of residence, you might be required to schedule an in-person appointment before visiting the office. Some other states might allow walk-in appointments.
#2. Visit your state's Department of Motor Vehicles
Here, you would provide original copies of supporting documents needed to obtain your driver's license. Generally, for international students on the F1 and J1 visas, these documents include
(a) Proof of Identity: Original international passport
(b) Proof of US legal Presence: I-20/DS-2019, I94, US F1 or J1 Visa
(c) Proof of Residency
(d) Proof of Social Security Number (or an SSN Letter of ineligibility) : A SSN card or a Form W2.
The following states do not require an SSN to obtain a driver's license: California, Colorado, Delaware, Connecticut, New York, Utah, New Mexico, Maryland, Illinois, Vermont, Washington, and Hawaii. Affiliate Disclosure: This video description contains affiliate links. This means that when you choose to make a purchase using the link, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.
#3. Pass a vision test and a Knowledge test
At your state DMV office, you will be required to take and pass a vision test and a knowledge test. However, applicants transferring an out-of-state driver's license may not be required to take and pass the knowledge test.
#4. Pass a Road test while Supervised by a DMV Office
Once you pass your vision and knowledge test, you can then schedule your road test. During this test, you will be judged on your ability to follow traffic signs and follow proper driving etiquette. You would also need to pass an obstacle driving test, where you maneuver around cones.
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