You must first prove your residency to apply for a driver's license in California. You must also pass the vision test, DMV written knowledge test, and driving skills test to obtain a California driver's license. You cannot use another country's driver's license in California for more than ten days unless you visit.
You have a right to request a hearing if DMV is unable to verify your identity/residency. If fraudulent documents are presented, DMV may take further action.
What You Need Proof of identity: Proving who you are. Two proofs of residency: Proving you live in California. Exceptions may apply. Legal full name document: Proving your current name if the name on your identity document and application do not match. Social security number: Exceptions may apply.
Form Reproduction Contacts Form TypeAddress Driver Licensing (DL) Financial Responsibility (SR) DMV Policy Division 2570 24th Street, MS J163 Sacramento, CA 95818 (916) 657-5691 Field Operations (FO) DMV Field Operations Division 2415 First Avenue, MS F106 Sacramento, CA 95818 (916) 426-07261 more row
Two Proofs of California Residency Rental or lease agreement with the signature of the owner/landlord and the tenant/resident. Deed or title to residential real property. Mortgage bill. Home utility bill (including cellular phone)
REAL ID Checklist Valid U.S. passport or passport card (Preferred) Original or Certified copy of U.S birth certificate (issued by a city, county, or state vital statistics office). Valid Permanent Resident Card. Foreign passport with valid U.S. Visa and approved I-94 form.