The process of obtaining a driver's license in the U.S. is as follows ¹ ²:
- Wait 10 days after your arrival in the U.S. if you're an international student
- Talk to your designated school official
- Locate your local DMV and check requirements
- Gather required documents, which include:
- A signed Form I-20
- A valid passport
- Your most recent student visa
- Proof of residence
- A Social Security card or Social Security denial letter
- Apply for the driver's license
- Pass both a driving and written test
Alternative forms of identification include ²:
- State-issued I.D. card
- Utility bills or bank statements in your name with your home address
- School transcript or letter
- A parent or guardian to vouch for you if you're under 18
