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Getting a Driver License on a K1 Fiance Visa

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I would have to admit that through our fiance visa journey, the biggest obstacle, which has created most of our headaches, has been dealing with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

You would think that something as simple, and as necessary for making a new life, would not be so hard to get if you are doing everything legally and the right way.

Be sure to go to the DMV as soon as you can to apply for your fiance(e)’s driving permit and state identification. I am not sure if all states run the same way, but according to what we were told was that the state of California requires that your form I-94 be valid for at least 60 more days in order to apply for a driver license, driving permit, or California identification.

Your form I-94 is valid for only 90 days from the time you enter the United States to give you time to marry.

It is difficult to find a bank who will help you open an account if you do not have a state issued identification, as well as many other businesses/organizations that require it.

The DMV does not make your life any easier, as we all probably already know. We have made countless trips to the DMV only to leave frustrated and empty-handed.

The best thing that you can do for yourselves is to know, in advance, that this will most likely be one of your frustrations. Keep in mind that after you receive your conditional permanent resident card, or your work permit card, everything will get much easier.

Bring a lot of patience with you when you go to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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