According to the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) there are ways in which a non US citizen can acquire a driver's license. To obtain a Georgia driver's license or identification card, a non US citizen must present one of the following immigration documents that prove legal presence in the US:
- Valid (not expired) passport with I-94 or I-551
- Temporary resident alien card
- Permanent resident alien card
- Employment Authorization Card
A Georgia driver's license or identification card may be issued with an expiration date that matches the immigration documentation expiration date, but no longer than 5 years. If there is no expiration date on the immigration documentation, a license/identification card can only be issued for a period of 1 year. The cost of the license/ID is $20.
A non US citizen must present their immigration documentation every time service is requested pertaining to a driver's license or identification card. This includes renewal, replacement or name and address changes, as well as all other transactions performed by Georgia Department of Driver Services.
If you have other questions about regarding how to obtain a Georgia driver's license before you are an American citizen contact the GA DDS.
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