Failed driving test; alternatives to driver's license for minor's re-entry to the US?
My 16 year-old from the U.S. wishes to visit me in Canada for the holidays. She planned to obtain an enhanced driver's license, but she failed her test. Can she be refused re-entry into the U.S. without an enhanced driver's license or passport?
Best Answer
Most state DMV's will also issue a non-driver ID version of a license to eligible residents. Check with your local DMV to determine what forms and processing are needed.
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What happens if you fail your driving test 3 times?
Driving isn't innate to everyone, so you probably just need more experience. If you fail your driving test three times, you're required to take additional behind-the-wheel training or courses. Until you complete this extra training, the DMV won't allow you to retake the test.What happens if you fail your road test in MA?
If you fail your road test, you must wait 2 weeks before taking another test. You are not allowed to attempt more than six road tests in a 12-month period. The Massachusetts Rider Education Program (MREP) is a program within the Registry of Motor Vehicles.What happens if you fail a driving test 3 times in Illinois?
If you fail your driving test three times, you'll only have to wait for two weeks before you'll be allowed to take it again. You'll also typically have to pay a retest fee of $7.00. Even if you do fail your test, though, you'll still be able to get your license.Can you take the Illinois drivers test online?
Teen driver education in Illinois is not currently available online. Teens also follow guidelines of the Illinois graduated driver licensing (GDL) program. Teens applying for an Instruction Permit will need to: Visit a Secretary of State Driver Services facility with First Time Issuance services for Drivers Licenses.More answers regarding failed driving test; alternatives to driver's license for minor's re-entry to the US?
Answer 2
If she is a US citizen, and she can satisfactorily prove her US citizenship, she cannot be denied entry to the United States. What kind of documents does she have? expired passport? birth certificate + photo ID? Though why doesn't she get a passport?
Answer 3
A US Citizen can never be refused entry. You just have to provide proof that you are a citizen.
Now, here is what the CBP has to say:
Children: U.S. citizen children ages 15 and under arriving by land or sea from a contiguous territory may present an original or copy of his or her birth certificate (issued by the Vital Records Department in the state where he or she was born), a Consular Report of Birth Abroad, or a Naturalization Certificate. If the child is a newborn and the actual birth certificate has not arrived from the Vital Records Department, we will accept a Hospital issued birth certificate.
A birth certificate is proof of this; however your daughter is above 15 she will need to provide another proof of citizenship; which can include any of the following:
Land or Sea Travel: U.S. citizens entering the United States by land or sea are required to present a valid WHTI-compliant document, which include:
- U.S. Passports
- U.S. Passport Cards
- Enhanced Driver's Licenses
- Trusted Traveler Cards (Global Entry*, NEXUS, SENTRI, or FAST)
- Military Identification Cards (for members of the U.S. armed forces on official orders)
- U.S. Merchant Mariner Document (for U.S. citizens on official maritime business)
*The Global Entry (GE) card is only an ENTRY document and may not be used to enter Canada, Mexico or Adjacent Island.
This means that unfortunately, your daughter will need an approved form of ID as listed above. She can travel, but she'll likely be detained at the border; and then eventually released for entry after a review of her details.
There will be a delay, but she won't be denied entry. She'll just have to wait as they check out her details.
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