What documents are needed to get a driver’s license in the United States!

To take the driving license test in the United States, you need to prepare your passport (including a visa to visit the United States) and two proofs of address (rental lease, utility bank statement, etc.).

The process of applying for a driver's license:

1. Study the traffic rules

2. Go to the DMV (Driving Vehicle Supervision Office) to apply for a driver's license

The written test papers are generally in English. In states with large ethnic minority populations, there are also test papers in Spanish, Chinese and other languages. Candidates can choose any one. Before entering the examination room, you should declare to the examiner the language in which the examination papers will be used.

The traffic rules test usually has about 40 questions, and if you make no more than 5 mistakes, you will pass. If you fail, you can take the test again on the same day without paying any extra money. After passing the test, you will have your eyesight checked, photos taken, and fingerprints pressed, and then you will get a permit to practice driving.

After you have a driving license, you cannot drive alone. You must be accompanied by someone before you can hit the road. Otherwise, it is illegal. After a period of practice, according to the regulations of each state (for example, some states require 30 days, and some states have no time requirements), you can make an appointment for the road test.

4. Road test

You must make an appointment for the road test, and bring along the person and car you usually train with. The road test can take place at the earliest two to three weeks after the written test. The road test is usually held at a road test site or street near the automobile supervision office.

The documents that must be brought with you during the road test are as follows: learner's driver's license, road test application form, car insurance certificate for the reference vehicle and driving license.

After passing the road test, the Department of Motor Vehicles will issue a temporary driver's license with a name, signature, and no photo, but you can drive on the road. Your official driver's license with photo will be mailed to the address given on the application form within a few days.

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Notes on the road test:

1. The most important thing when taking a driver's license test in the United States is to test attitude (safety awareness), then traffic rules, and then It's the driving skills. Don't be careless just because you are an experienced domestic driver. Even if there are no technical problems, sometimes you will not be allowed to pass.

2. Don’t press the line when turning. You must look back when changing lanes and turning right, especially in cities with many cyclists. Turning right and looking back at pedestrians is a very important safety indicator.

3. Make sure to confirm the safety of the signal lights and Stop Sign before moving forward, don’t be anxious.

4. Park on the roadside slowly, and do not get close to the curb (curb) indefinitely. Park once and do not reverse to make adjustments. Always turn on your turn signal when approaching from the side of the road.

5. When reversing, be sure to look in the rearview mirror and brake if there are pedestrians or passing vehicles.

Reference source: China News Network - The process of taking the driving license test is very different in different countries