local ID

[NikkiR123 35]

hello all

 

just a quick question , do USCIS sent you your EAD before the approval of the AOS? if that is the case can I apply for State ID too ? How do I get a local ID ?

[HRQX 4,145]

20 minutes ago, NikkiR123 said:

if that is the case can I apply for State ID too ?

After EAD is issued you apply for Nevada ID by using the EAD: https://dmvnv.com/dlresidency.htm

Applicants Born Outside the U.S.

• Consular Report of Birth Abroad (FS-240)
• Certificate of Naturalization (N-550)
• Certificate of Citizenship (N-560)
• Permanent Resident Card (I-551). If the card is expired, you must also present a Notice of Action (I-797) showing an approved extension. The old pink version of the I-551, called the "Resident Alien Card," that contains no expiration date is also acceptable.
• Valid, unexpired foreign passport with an I-94 stamped “Processed for I-551.”
• Unexpired Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
• Valid, unexpired Foreign Passport with an unexpired U.S. Visa and an I-94 form. If the I-94 is expired, you must also present a Notice of Action (I-797) showing an approved extension.

Edited July 2, 2021 by HRQX

[AD19 36]

11 minutes ago, NikkiR123 said:

hello all

 

just a quick question , do USCIS sent you your EAD before the approval of the AOS? if that is the case can I apply for State ID too ? How do I get a local ID ?

You can get ID with only NOA 1 from AOS. 

[USC4SPOUSE 506]

@NikkiR123 usually, it works out that way. You get your combo card before your green card. However, every now and then, some Field Offices just process petitions quickly and some people get their green cards without ever getting the combo card. However, with Covid, you will likely get your EAD/AP before your green card. 

 

ID - it depends on your state. There are states that will issue Non-Real ID (Standard IDs) which are not valid to enter federal buildings or board a plane BUT will allow you to drive, etc. That said, it also depends upon the DMV that you go to. Sometimes you get people who've never seen an I-797 Notice of Action. So you have to be prepared to show them links, the law and ask for a supervisor if needed. 

 

[arken 4,197]

1 minute ago, Aili & Dani said:

You can get ID with only NOA 1 from AOS. 

May be in some states, not all states entertain NOA1.

[NikkiR123 35]

1 minute ago, USC4SPOUSE said:

@NikkiR123 usually, it works out that way. You get your combo card before your green card. However, every now and then, some Field Offices just process petitions quickly and some people get their green cards without ever getting the combo card. However, with Covid, you will likely get your EAD/AP before your green card. 

 

ID - it depends on your state. There are states that will issue Non-Real ID (Standard IDs) which are not valid to enter federal buildings or board a plane BUT will allow you to drive, etc. That said, it also depends upon the DMV that you go to. Sometimes you get people who've never seen an I-797 Notice of Action. So you have to be prepared to show them links, the law and ask for a supervisor if needed. 

 

ok , thank you for your help, your my Immigration rock star !

[NikkiR123 35]

5 minutes ago, Aili & Dani said:

You can get ID with only NOA 1 from AOS. 

so Id have to wait for AOS approval before getting local ID?

[payxibka 10,045]

Just now, NikkiR123 said:

so Id have to wait for AOS approval before getting local ID?

You need to check with your state to see what exact documents they require.   Often times you can get an ID much earlier than AOS approval 

[NikkiR123 35]

2 minutes ago, payxibka said:

You need to check with your state to see what exact documents they require.   Often times you can get an ID much earlier than AOS approval 

awesome!!! thank you!!

[AD19 36]

7 minutes ago, NikkiR123 said:

so Id have to wait for AOS approval before getting local ID?

In CA my AOS is still pending and I got ID easily. I just gave them all my NOA papers. They took what they needed. Just bring them everything USCIS sent you after you applied for AOS. Make sure you have all the copies in case they wanna keep something so you can give them copy since you will need originals. 

[USC4SPOUSE 506]

10 minutes ago, NikkiR123 said:

ok , thank you for your help, your my Immigration rock star !

Lol, you're too kind, @NikkiR123 I would take a look at this page. https://dmvnv.com/dlresidency.htm I do not think you qualify for a Real ID, but you should be able to get a standard license or ID. It's worth a shot.  

 

I also suggest having a copy of your I-797 either on you or stored on your phone if you ever get stopped. 

[NikkiR123 35]

2 minutes ago, USC4SPOUSE said:

Lol, you're too kind, @NikkiR123 I would take a look at this page. https://dmvnv.com/dlresidency.htm I do not think you qualify for a Real ID, but you should be able to get a standard license or ID. It's worth a shot.  

 

I also suggest having a copy of your I-797 either on you or stored on your phone if you ever get stopped. 

see you're a rock star!!!! thank you so much!!!

[arken 4,197]

If you happen to live in NYC, you can get local (not state) ID without any immigration documents. Just in case someone wants some ID till they get EAD or GC for Non-Driver ID or DL.

[SalishSea 17,928]

2 hours ago, arken said:

If you happen to live in NYC, you can get local (not state) ID without any immigration documents. Just in case someone wants some ID till they get EAD or GC for Non-Driver ID or DL.

Washington State as well.  Must be a USC to get Real ID.

[payxibka 10,045]

39 minutes ago, Jorgedig said:

Washington State as well.  Must be a USC to get Real ID.

Aliens can get a  REAL ID, citizens are the only ones who can get an Enhanced ID, at least in my state 

Edited July 2, 2021 by payxibka