Social Security Number and Drivers License

[Chavita]

I submitted my marriage based GC application last month. When can I get a social security number and drivers license? Do I have to get a green card to get them? If I get an employment authorization document, can I get both of them?

 

[Jackolantern]

If I get an employment authorization document, can I get both of them?

Yes. But you probably have to get the SSN before you can get the license.

 

[sam252]

I went to DMV to apply for a driving license , they refused as I didn't receive my social security number yet.. did anybody have the same experience?

 

[Nurberg]

yes i do have the same experience, so i am still waiting my social security number. they said on the driving license application form you need to write your social security number.

 

[f1study]

did the DMV say you need to show them a SSN card or just provide the number?

when you apply for SSN, you'll only receive the card after 2 weeks. However, you can walk in SSA office and find out your number after 1 business day

 

[TheRealCanadian]

they said on the driving license application form you need to write your social security number.

Most states allow you to get one without an SSN if you provide a letter from SSA stating they will refuse to give you one.

 

[Jackolantern]

Most states allow you to get one without an SSN if you provide a letter from SSA stating they will refuse to give you one.

But obtaining that letter is generally not feasible for someone who has filed for adjustment of status.

 

[alyon200]

When you go into the social security office with your "employment letter" they will mail you a card that will say "For work only", once you get your visa; they will remove that off your card for free. Anyways, you take your social security card to the DMV and you can instantly apply for a state ID but it will say "Vistor" on your card until you get your visa and they will remove it for $11 dollars. Some people just want to wait until they get the visa so they only pay the $21 dollars the first time.
As for Driver Licences, you have to study the book and take the test usally between 9-4 pm and pass. Then you have to get your butt early within the week to take the driving test as it is a first come basis (you will have to use a personal car that has at least liability insurance, and don't show up driving it to the DMV as you can get a ticket, get a friend to drive you) and then pass that test. You prepay even if you don't pass as you are given a time limit to finally pass, so study and practice. Good Luck!