miki0630

hahaha...thanks....i had read the entire FAQ on how to get a State ID or a driving license and in the "Documents Required" section i saw Hunting or Fishing License under Proof of Address and so it was easy for me.

I totally agree, you will be wasting money, the EAD might just be 90-days way....some even arrive before that time. 

This is what I've done...
 
Am in Ohio and i went to the bureau of motor vehicles (BMV) for a Temp Driver's license or State ID. I had to show them my passport with visa, I-94, SSN, Marriage License(on that date we still didnt get married so I only had Marriage License), International Driving Permit (I got mine from india) and i had to do the on-line driving skills test (took about 20 minutes) and then i got my Ohio Temp Driving License card all in 60 minutes.
 
I only faced one issue with them. I didnt have a valid US mail address. I live with my wife and her parents and since the lease agreement is on my wife's and her father's name so I went to the nearest Walmart and purchased a Fishing and Hunting license for the same address am living with my wife and her parents... for about $19 ($11 for one day and $19 for one year) and that actually is an approved proof of address by BMV. Again, i think it differs from state to state. Hope this helps you.

Smart moves with the fishing and hunting license. I guess reading about other people's experience gives you more scope on how to navigate the complex structure of American Systems. In some state, with your valid visa, other documents, you can get a DL until the last date of your Visa.

Agreed. Technically a person is not a resident yet.

Give it a shot, but I personally think EAD card is a guaranty  hit with DMV and State ID

Google is you're friend:
 
http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/license-drvs/how-to-apply/citizen-leg-pres.aspx
 
So yes an NOA-1 should work.
 

Worth a shot. 

Expect your EAD in the mail between September and October.
The Green Card process takes longer. Sometimes 12+ months but I have seen people who got the card  5 or 6 months after they submitted the documents. Each case is different.

Congrats! Good luck for the next step. Hopefully my case will get approved soon too.

Thank you.. your time will come... God is in control..

Today is the happiest day of my life.. the waiting is over it was so frustrating. But God is good.. He made everything perfect on his time... I just checked my status online and find out I was approved on June 14... my PD 10/25 Nebraska. Hope I will get by mail soon. It's a big relief. GOOD LUCK  for those who are waiting for their approvals. GOD IS GOOD. Be patient your time will come soon.

U are not alone.. the waiting is so long... sucks😌😌

You are not alone .. I am sitting here waiting as well .. They are processing and approving November cases and we are still here waiting .. not fair! Has there been any new approvals from October recently? I believe 10/25 is the bottom of the list at Nebraska as all the cases beyond that date were transferred to Texas. Any early October filers are still waiting here? 

Thanks im hoping for shorter but i figure you may just be right.

For your case, it should be about 3 more months.

I'm waiting eagerly.. I have two apps I check the web too.. and mail everyday. When I checked the app there are a lot approved around my PD.. even after mine.. hope and pray will be approved my VJ timeline now has changed from may 20 to 30.. hope that's true.. good luck to you on your next step.

Yup.. happy 7 months to us .. nothing here as well

Exactly 7 months today at Nebraska. 
 

We've also hit the 7 month mark (PD Oct 24).  Let's hope for our approvals very soon. 

Thanks! Hopefully you hear something soon!.. I got the notification on the app this morning then double checked on the website just to make sure lol... Haven't gotten the letter in the mail yet. 

Exactly 7 months of waiting and!! 
WE HAVE BEEN APPROVED! Rolled over to look at my phone because I thought I forgot to put on my alarm for work and when I had my phone in my hand I got the notification! I almost had a heartattack! 
 
PD date of Oct.24th, Approved May 24th!

congrats....know how you feel cuz I did felt the same way.

YES!!!!!! FINALLY!!!
 
Just got approved today, my case was transferred out of Nebraska on March 15 to Texas! And finally!!!!! Almost 6 months in a half of wait! Hope everyone is getting closer or got approved already? Been waiting since October 26th very frustrating but patience is key!

I am so sad to see that there are a number of you who have not yet been approved. I pray for you all. We will get through this. 
 
I believe that those of us who go through this harrowing process actually come out a stronger couple in the end. We are getting lessons in patience, organization, saving money, and planning like other couples will take years to accumulate.
 
I send my hugs to you all and hope you get your approvals soon.
 
Are you all calling? My online status did not change until we were sent to NVC. So do not rely only on the apps or website. Calling and talking to tier 2 is the safest bet.
 
Good luck. 💜💙💜💙