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Week 3 (Day 15-21): "Start legal identity setup"
Plan for state ID / driver's license (requirements + appointment strategy)
You need a State ID even if you don't drive. It's your official American identity and lets you keep your passport safe at home. Book a DMV appointment NOW, they fill up fast. Wait 10 days after entering the U.S. before applying (the SAVE database needs time to update). Bring your Passport, I-94, and two proofs of address.
Even if you do not plan to drive, you should get a State ID. This card is your official ID in the U.S. It lets you leave your passport in a safe place at home.
- At first you must check your local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) website. You must make an appointment early because they fill up fast.
- You usually need to wait 10 days after entering the U.S. before you apply. This gives the government systems time to update your arrival record in the "SAVE" database.
- You must bring your Passport, your I-94 record, and two papers that prove where you live (like a utility bill, a bank statement, or your lease).
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