How to Get Drivers License For Immigrants in the US

Many people choose to move away from their native land in search of better work opportunities or escape danger, seeking asylum or simply looking for better prospects. Whatever their motive, most migrants require driving to navigate and must legally possess a US driving license in order to drive legally and efficiently around. A driver’s license serves several important functions; among these include verifying your identity as well as being used by law enforcement when stopping you on the road.

To obtain a driving license in the US, both written and driving exams will need to be passed successfully. Many states offer practice quizzes online while local department of motor vehicles may also provide resources and practice materials. In order to take part in driving examination, an appointment should be scheduled with a testing center where maneuverability and road tests will usually take place.

Dependent upon your situation, several points’ worth of documents will be required in order to establish your identity and date of birth. These may include valid forms of ID such as passports, consular ID cards, visas or official documents such as visas. The New York DMV now accepts documents to prove your date of birth and residency from all New York residents regardless of immigration status – for a standard driver’s license or ID you will need proof of lawful presence while REAL ID or enhanced ID requires having both social security number and two separate proofs of residence as proofs of identity / dates/years respectively.