Legal Question in Traffic Law in Virginia

Driver licenses

Are international driving licenses valid in the United States or do I need to acquire Driver license in a state of residents.


Asked on 8/04/02, 5:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Driver licenses

An International Driver's License will permit you to drive in the U.S. if you're here on a temporary

basis such as a tourist.

However, if you've taken up residence on a more permanent basis in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia, you will be required to obtain a driver's license from that jurisdiction in order to operate lawfully a motor vehicle.

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Answered on 8/04/02, 11:06 pm


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