We live in New York State. My wife had a non driver state ID (a REAL ID) which expired last year. She got this before her green card, based on her EAD.
Last August she received her 2 Year Green Card. A few days ago she got her driver permit.
The temp Real ID permit (waiting for Permit Card in mail) says Status Terminates on her birthdate, 2025.
Firstly, I thought her status doesn t end, even if her green card expires.
Secondly, where did they come up with this just under 5 year date on her birthday? If anything, I figured they would make it expire when her 2-year green card expires?
Can anyone explain what this is? The permit is supposed to be good for 5 years so I ll have to wait and see the expiration date on the actual card when we get it.
Also, on a second note, does anyone know how New York works with Driver s Licenses? I know they don t accept extension letters. So if she gets a license before this card expires, will the license expire when the 2 year card does, or is it for a longer term.
And I assume if she doesn t get the license before it expires, then she would have to wait for the 10 year green card to get it (or get an i551 stamp, if even possible).
Thank you for any input.