Anyone get a drivers licence recently on K1 (Before AOS)?

[srvman 38]

We are driving down to Vegas from Montana, and I will be driving for a fair bit of it.

I have a montana drivers licence, but it has expired (only by a month or so).

Any suggestions or experience from others who have recently either obtained or renewed their state licence?

If it helps I do have a Social Security Number.

[Boiler 43,630]

Do not drive without a valid license.

Not that hard.

[Vanitas 310]

Unfortunately, I got treated like an idiot at the RI DMV last Friday when I tried to do it. Basically got my documents thrown back at me and told to get lost because there was only 4 weeks remaining on the I-94.

Problem is it took the better part of a month to get bank checks with my name on it (which is one of the proofs of RI residency). As it stands, I'm not sure whether I can attempt again once I have AOS NOA1 or my EAD/AP card, or worse yet my GC. And the RI DMV being as useless as all buggery didn't make that clear, they just told me to get something "more long-term".

Anyway, to get back to the questions. As it's a state-by-state thing you're probably best off checking what the Montana DMV and their requirements for Out-of-Country are.

[srvman 38]

Do not drive without a valid license.

Not that hard.

Thanks for your very helpful post.

[srvman 38]

Unfortunately, I got treated like an idiot at the RI DMV last Friday when I tried to do it. Basically got my documents thrown back at me and told to get lost because there was only 4 weeks remaining on the I-94.

Problem is it took the better part of a month to get bank checks with my name on it (which is one of the proofs of RI residency). As it stands, I'm not sure whether I can attempt again once I have AOS NOA1 or my EAD/AP card, or worse yet my GC. And the RI DMV being as useless as all buggery didn't make that clear, they just told me to get something "more long-term".

Anyway, to get back to the questions. As it's a state-by-state thing you're probably best off checking what the Montana DMV and their requirements for Out-of-Country are.

DMV's in big cities suck from what I hear. Even if they could spot me a temporary paper licence that would do.

[Vanitas 310]

DMV's in big cities suck from what I hear. Even if they could spot me a temporary paper licence that would do.

Yeah, and typically as an Out-of-Country person they want you to go to one specific DMV location (for us it's Cranston) so they can examine your documents. Anyway, this is what Montana wants:

Individuals with out-of-state licenses who wish to obtain a Montana driver license must:

• apply for a Montana driver license within 60 days of moving to the state if seeking a non-commercial driver license and within 30 days if they need a commercial license
  • check to see if the nearest driver exam station requires scheduled appointments
• provide the required documents
  • proof of identity
  • proof of Montana residency
  • proof of authorized presence

They also may be required to pass written and driving tests, in addition to a vision test. However, driver examiners may, at their discretion, waive the written and driving tests for individuals who have in their possession a valid license issued by another state.

Details: https://doj.mt.gov/driving/driver-licensing/#newresidents

Required Documents: https://doj.mt.gov/driving/required-docs/

[nobbie 105]

I drove on my UK licence until I got my EAD then did the (joke) test. If you get a licence it is only valid for the period of your current immigration status, so it could be your I-94, EAD or GC and as you have to pay each time it's hardly worth bothering until you have EAD.

[Damian P 92]

I drove on my UK licence until I got my EAD then did the (joke) test. If you get a licence it is only valid for the period of your current immigration status, so it could be your I-94, EAD or GC and as you have to pay each time it's hardly worth bothering until you have EAD.

^^^This^^^

I drove on my UK licence for as long as I needed to. You know why? Because the local hick cops are clueless when it comes to anything that's not the norm. I was pulled over for speeding (72 in a 55) and when I told the guy I was newly arrived and still on my UK licence? He said, after a brief conflab over the radio with his station, and I quote, verbatim: "I got have your foreign address, passport and all that other sh!t, and it just ain't worth it. So I'm just gonna give you a stern warning and send you on your way."

Game, set, & match to non-stupid person. Bless you, Buford T Justice. You have a nice day.

[Boiler 43,630]

Depends,there was a case involving someone in an accident and they were doing him for no license/insurance etc etc.

Speeding etc you most likely will get that response.

[Damian P 92]

Depends,there was a case involving someone in an accident and they were doing him for no license/insurance etc etc.

Speeding etc you most likely will get that response.

Yep, you play the percentages I guess.

[Azsara 110]

^^^This^^^

I drove on my UK licence for as long as I needed to. You know why? Because the local hick cops are clueless when it comes to anything that's not the norm. I was pulled over for speeding (72 in a 55) and when I told the guy I was newly arrived and still on my UK licence? He said, after a brief conflab over the radio with his station, and I quote, verbatim: "I got have your foreign address, passport and all that other sh!t, and it just ain't worth it. So I'm just gonna give you a stern warning and send you on your way."

Game, set, & match to non-stupid person. Bless you, Buford T Justice. You have a nice day.

[yvy23 11]

I'd go and ask someone at the local DMV as it seems to vary so much from state to state. I've had no problems at all getting a full 6-year license even though my I94 was expired by the time I took my test (I'd been driving on my UK license until then) and my AOS is still with USCIS for processing. But a lot of people seem to have problems or be issued a license with limited validity, so I'd always go with confirming with the relevant office.

[Boiler 43,630]

I think illegals can get DL's in Washington?