Driver's License Checklist

Full time students are permitted to use their valid out-of-country license in State of Connecticut with an International Driver’s Permit obtained from the student’s home country. For more information, visit: Department of Motor Vehicles

To apply for a CT Driver's License or State ID you will need

• To be in valid/lawful F or J visa status
• The ISSS Letter for DMV License/State ID Application 
  • Submit the “ISSS Letters” request through your online account  Terra Dotta Login > My Launchpad > Start New Request > ISSS Letters
• A copy of your Central course registration or transcript showing current full-time enrollment
• Two forms of ID required:
  • Your passport, I-94 and Form I-20 or DS-2019 (with a minimum of 6 months before expiration) will meet the ID criteria from the Primary List
  • As of February 1, 2005 a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN) is required. If you do not have one, you must apply for one anyway, even though employment is the only reason a SSN is issued. If you have not secured employment, you must still apply and receive a Denial Letter from the Social Security Administration. This letter will be used as part of your application to the DMV
• Completed DMV application: https://portal.ct.gov/dmv
• A properly registered and insured vehicle appropriate for road tests. Daily rentals are not allowed on road tests
• Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate for the vehicle
• Connecticut Insurance Card
• The fee for your license varies, depending on the years of license validity

Two Forms of ID required

Primary Documents

• Valid Passport
  • With an I-551 red stamp
  • American Visa
• Valid Immigration Documents
  • I-20 or DS-2019
  • I-94
  • Employment Authorization Document (EAD Card)

Secondary Documents

• Official School Transcript - Request through the Registrar’s office
• Social Security Card / Denial Letter

Appointment

Refer to Connecticut's DMV's website: https://portal.ct.gov/dmv