How To Become A Montana Resident

A person must be physically present in Montana for twelve or more consecutive months without an absence in excess of a total of thirty days. One must demonstrate by appropriate actions during the twelve month period the intent to make Montana one's permanent home.

Make an appointment. Appear in person. Complete an application. Get your photograph taken. Present documents to prove: Your name and date of birth. You are a Montana resident. Know your social security number. Have your documents scanned by MVD staff.

REAL ID CredentialREAL ID compliant driver licenses and ID cards have a gold star in the upper right-hand corner of the license to indicate it is REAL ID compliant. This is the only physical difference from a non-compliant credential, but it allows airport and federal officials to quickly identify the card.

Typical factors states use to determine residency. Often, a major determinant of an individual's status as a resident for income tax purposes is whether he or she is domiciled or maintains an abode in the state and are present" in the state for 183 days or more (one-half of the tax year).

Generally, you need to establish a physical presence in the state, an intent to stay there and financial independence. Then you need to prove those things to your college or university. Physical presence: Most states require you to live in the state for at least a full year before establishing residency.

Find a new place to live in the new state. Establish domicile. Change your mailing address and forward your mail. Change your address with utility providers. Change IRS address. Register to vote. Get a new driver's license. File taxes in your new state.

You are considered a Montana resident after having lived 180 consecutive days in Montana. After establishing Montana residency, you must live in the state of Montana a minimum of 120 days a year. Your principal home must be located in Montana.

You are considered a Montana resident after having lived 180 consecutive days in Montana. After establishing Montana residency, you must live in the state of Montana a minimum of 120 days a year. Your principal home must be located in Montana.