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Kørekort i USA for Expats

Komplet guide for udlændinge der får kørekort

Hurtigt Svar: Kan du køre i USA med et udenlandsk kørekort?

Ja, i 30-90 days depending on state. Derefter skal du ombytte til et USA kørekort. Godt nyt: den officielle prøve er tilgængelig på engelsk.

Nøglefakta: USA Kørekort for Expats

Prøvemyndighed	DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles (varies by state))
Officielt Prøvesprog	English, Spanish (most states)
Overgangsperiode	30-90 days depending on state
Teoriprøve Påkrævet	Ja (hvis ingen ombytningsaftale)
Praktisk Prøve Påkrævet	Ja (hvis ingen ombytningsaftale)
Lægeundersøgelse	Ikke påkrævet
Samlet Omkostning	$20-$90 (license fee only, no driving school required)
Behandlingstid	1-2 weeks (same day in some states)

Berettigelse efter Nationalitet

🇪🇺 EU/EØS-borgere

Must obtain a US license. Requirements vary by state. Foreign license valid temporarily.

🇺🇸🇬🇧 US/UK-borgere

US citizens moving between states may need to transfer license. UK citizens must obtain new license.

🌍 Andre Ikke-EU-borgere

Must obtain a US license. Some states accept foreign licenses for a limited period.

🎓 Studerende

Most states allow students to drive with foreign license and IDP. Some states issue licenses to F-1 visa holders.

Kørekort Ombytningsaftaler

✅ Direkte Ombytning (Ingen Prøve Påkrævet)

Canada (most states), Germany (some states), South Korea (some states), France (some states), Taiwan (some states)

❌ Ingen Aftale (Fuld Prøve Påkrævet)

Most countries - full written and road tests required

Påkrævede Dokumenter

✓Valid passport
✓Visa or immigration documents
✓Social Security Number (or SSN ineligibility letter)
✓Proof of state residency (two documents)
✓Foreign driving license (if applicable)
✓I-94 arrival record

Omkostningsoversigt

Ombytnings-/Prøvegebyr	$20-$90 (varies by state)
Lægeundersøgelse	Not required for standard license
Oversættelse	Not usually required
Estimeret Total	$20-$90 (license fee only, no driving school required)

Tips til Expats i USA

💡Each state has its own DMV and rules - research your specific state
💡Social Security Number (SSN) required in most states
💡REAL ID compliant license recommended for domestic flights
💡Test available in English and Spanish in most states
💡No mandatory driving school in most states - can self-study

Officielle Ressourcer

DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) - varies by state

Officiel myndigheds hjemmeside

Kørekort Ombytning Info

Officiel ombytningsside

Ofte Stillede Spørgsmål

Can I drive in the US with my foreign license?

You can drive temporarily with a valid foreign license and International Driving Permit (IDP) in most states. The grace period is typically 30-90 days after establishing residency, depending on the state.

Do I need a Social Security Number to get a US license?

Most states require an SSN. If you are not eligible for one (e.g., on certain visa types), you can obtain an SSN ineligibility letter from the Social Security Administration to present at the DMV.

What is a REAL ID and do I need one?

REAL ID is a federal standard for state-issued IDs. Starting in 2025, you need a REAL ID compliant license (or passport) to board domestic flights and enter federal buildings. It is recommended when applying for a new license.

Can I take the DMV test in a language other than English?

Most states offer the written test in Spanish, and some states offer additional languages including Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and others. Check your state DMV for available languages.

Do I need to take driving lessons in the US?

Most states do not require formal driving lessons for adults (18+). You can self-study for the written test and practice driving with a licensed driver before taking the road test.

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