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suzique3   0

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I am just wondering when switching my driver's lic over from Canadian to American is it just a matter of changing the actualy lic. or do I have to take any tests? Also, from what I am reading and from what my lawyer has stated I will not be able to change my lic nor my vehicle registration over until I receive my A.O.S., right? How does the insurance thing work if this is correct? If I am over in the U.S. and can not return, does my insurance (car) still cover me? Does that mean I have to make a lump sum to keep the coverage going? What if something (knock on wood) happens? What about the plates and renewing them? Many questions???

hopefully (actually I know from previous questions) that somebody has the answers.

sue

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Hi Sue,

It all depends on what state your in.

In PA I got my DL without AOS being complete. I had to bring my Social Security card, marriage cert, passport, a form I had to fill out, my Canadian DL and Varba's passport and Varba.

I did not have to do a test in PA. However some states require it.

Like I said, all depends on what state.

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it really depends on your state. some require and SSS others do not. In chicago, i know i will have to have an SSS and i'll have to take the written test.

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In California, Canadians are required to take the written and behind-the-wheel test over just like a new driver. I'm not sure about plates yet -- I'm heading to the Sacramento airport next Monday to import my car, then will attempt to register my plates on Wednesday. I will bring my Canadian & California driver license, social security card, marriage cert, passport, J-1 visa paperwork, and proof of having filed AOS and hopefully that will be enough for them. I think they'll be more than happy to take my money! :devil:

I think my car needs to have a smog test too. I'm going to call their MIS-information line this week (several times) and see what they have to say... and then average out the different answers and come to my own conclusion. :blink:

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http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DE40_032001_20459_7.pdf

that link might help you. it's all the requirements for the state id and drivers licence.

also http://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,1607,7-127-5...92748--,00.html

seems you need an sss # for sure.

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Some states, such as NJ, will not give you a license until you have a green card.

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