Can I get a drives lincense with my k-3 visa? Do I have to wait for my Work Authorization?

Dunno if it varies from state to state, but as far as I know, you need a Social Security number to get a drivers license, so I'm not sure but I'd think as soon as you get your social security number you'd be able to apply for your permit.

This is true, each state is different. Call your local DMV office to find out, some states are more lenient than others but you will definitely need a SS#.

http://www.dmv.org/ Here is a link you can use to find information for your particular state. Make sure if and when you call them to ask if you have to go to a certain field office? Here in Alabama you can only apply at three offices in the whole state and they have specific schedules and hours of operation.

Good luck.

Mary

Mary is right. Good answer.

I found this in the internet about DL and ID...

http://www.ncsl.org/standcomm/sctran/realidsummary05.htm

Immigration Requirements

Verification of U.S. Citizenship and Lawful Status
§202©(2)(A)

Before issuing a DL/ID, a state shall require and verify valid documentary evidence that the person: (i) is a U.S. citizen, (ii) is an alien lawfully admitted for permanent or temporary residence, (iii) has a conditional permanent resident status, (iv) ) is a refugee or has been granted asylum, (v) has a valid, unexpired nonimmigrant visa or nonimmigrant visa status, (vi) has a pending application for asylum, (vii) has a pending or approved application for temporary protected status, (viii) has approved deferred status, or (ix) has a pending application for adjustment of status to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or conditional permanent resident status.

Temporary DL/ID

§202©(2)©

A state only may issue a temporary license to persons who presents documentary evidence for the categories (v) through (ix) under the evidence of lawful status section above. A temporary DL/ID:

* Shall be valid only for the period of the applicant’s authorized stay in the U.S. or one (1) year if there is no definite end to the period of stay
* Shall indicate clearly that it is temporary and shall state the date on which it expires
* May be renewed only upon presentation of valid documentary evidence that the status by which the applicant qualified for the temporary DL/ID has been extended by DHS




So, I think maybe I can get a DL (a temporary one)... I'm going to the DMV get this information today. I know each state has diferent rules and Connecticut is really "difficult" with immigrants, but...