Description
Which Immigrants Can Legally Drive?
Whether or not you can drive depends on what immigration status you currently have and which state you live in.
Immigration Status
First, if you are a lawful permanent resident (a Green Card holder) of the United States, you can drive in ANY state as long as you have a driver’s license – just like US Citizens.
However, there are many immigrants who hold statuses other than lawful permanent residency. These other statuses often have fewer rights associated with them. Depending on the state and which status you have, you may or may not have an option to lawfully drive.
