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Körkort i USA för Expats

Komplett guide för utlänningar som skaffar körkort

Snabbt Svar: Kan du köra i USA med ett utländskt körkort?

Ja, i 30-90 days depending on state. Därefter måste du byta till ett USA körkort. Goda nyheter: det officiella provet är tillgängligt på engelska.

Nyckelfakta: USA Körkort för Expats

Provmyndighet	DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles (varies by state))
Officiellt Provspråk	English, Spanish (most states)
Övergångsperiod	30-90 days depending on state
Teoriprov Krävs	Ja (om inget utbytesavtal)
Praktiskt Prov Krävs	Ja (om inget utbytesavtal)
Läkarundersökning	Krävs inte
Total Kostnad	$20-$90 (license fee only, no driving school required)
Handläggningstid	1-2 weeks (same day in some states)

Behörighet efter Nationalitet

🇪🇺 EU/EES-medborgare

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

🇺🇸🇬🇧 US/UK-medborgare

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

🌍 Andra Icke-EU-medborgare

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

🎓 Studenter

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

Körkortsutbytesavtal

✅ Direktbyte (Inget Prov Krävs)

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

❌ Inget Avtal (Fullt Prov Krävs)

Most countries - full written and road tests required

Nödvändiga Dokument

✓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

Kostnadsuppdelning

Byte-/Provavgift	$20-$90 (varies by state)
Läkarundersökning	Not required for standard license
Översättning	Not usually required
Beräknad Total	$20-$90 (license fee only, no driving school required)

Tips för 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

Officiella Resurser

DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) - varies by state

Officiell myndighets webbplats

Körkortsbyte Info

Officiell bytessida

Vanliga Frågor

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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