Can a non-resident US dual national drive on foreign drivers license in California
Suppose someone was born to a US-national parent in a foreign country and is thus a United States dual citizen. If that person (resident in their other country of citizenship) were to visit the USA for a few weeks, would it be legal for them to drive on their foreign drivers license since they wouldn't have an American one?
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Is your foreign license in English? I spent literally years driving rental cars on and off in the US on my Australian license. The rental companies didn't care, and neither did the cops for the couple of times that I got pulled over - even for the one time I couldn't get off with a warning and I had to go to see the judge and pay a fine1.
The only caveat is if you license is not in English, in which case you need an official translation - for which I have seen rental car companies requesting to see before renting cars to foreigners.
1. The judge looked exactly like Boss Hog from the Dukes of Hazard, and had just been to a funeral that morning - I just nodded my head and took out my check book!
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Can foreign nationals drive in California?
People with a current valid driver's license from a foreign country can legally drive in California. They do not need to get a California driver's license or international driving permit (\u201cIDP\u201d) as long as: They are at least 18 years of age, The license was lawfully issued in the country where they reside, and.How long can I drive in California with a foreign license?
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), State of California Individuals who have entered the United States, other than as a tourist, who wish to drive in the state of California, must obtain a California driver's license. For non-tourists, foreign driver's licenses are valid for only 10 days.Can US citizen drive with foreign license?
All U.S. states recognize foreign drivers' licenses. In most cases, your license will be valid for up to 4 months after the date you enter the U.S. Consult the DMV in the state where you wish to drive to confirm the length of validity and the rules for driving with a foreign driver's license.Can I rent a car in California with a foreign license?
Non-US driver's licenses are accepted. If the license is in a language other than English, an International Driver's Permit is required. Renters with a non-US license must purchase full coverage insurance. California Rent A Car does NOT accept debit cards or prepaid cards of any kind.How to drive in the US with foreign country driver's license
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