A valid, unexpired passport issued by a jurisdiction other than the U.S. and either: an attached U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) record of arrival and departure, form I-94 (same name with an unexpired endorsement of the nonimmigrant status) or. an unexpired resident permanent resident I-551 stamp.
What is proof of residency in Montana?
Pay stub. Phone bill. School transcript or report card. Voter registration card.
What counts as lawful presence?
Lawful presence means that a person is legally living in the United States according to federal immigration laws.
What documents do I need for a Montana drivers license?
They must:
- pay the associated fees.
- bring all required documents. proof of identity. proof of Montana residency. proof of authorized presence. drive test documentation. a completed Graduated Driver Licensing Parent/Legal Guardian Certification (form 21-1600)
- potentially complete a drive test.
What is proof of residency?
Internet Bill * Bank statement with Address * Credit Card Statement of Account (SoA) * National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance. Lease Contract.
How long do you have to live in Montana to be considered a resident?
You are considered a Montana resident after having lived 180 consecutive days in Montana. After establishing Montana residency, you must live in the state of Montana a minimum of 120 days a year. Your principal home must be located in Montana.
How long do I have to live in Montana to get a driver’s license?
Obtaining Your Montana Driver’s License
To obtain your new license, you will need to apply for your license within 60 days of moving to Montana.
Is a Social Security card proof of Citizenship?
The following will not be accepted as secondary evidence of U.S. citizenship: Voter registration card. Army discharge paper. Social Security Card.
How can I prove my legal status?
Proof of Immigration Status or Lawful Presence
- Permanent Resident Card or “Green Card” (I-551).
- Temporary I-551 stamp on form I-94/I-94A or on a foreign passport.
- Machine Readable Immigrant Visa with temporary I-551 language.
- Reentry Permit (I-327).
- Arrival/Departure Record (I-94) (showing stamp for admission as LPR).
How is unlawful presence calculated?
According to section 212(a)(9)(B)(ii) of the INA, you accrue unlawful presence if: You are present in the United States without being admitted or paroled; or. You have remained in the United States after the expiration of the period of stay authorized by the DHS secretary.
Can I register my car in Montana without a Montana license?
You do not need to have a Montana driver’s license to title and register your vehicle in Montana, but you do need to prove residency in the County you are attempting to register your vehicle in.
Why is everyone registering their car in Montana?
The biggest reason why people register their car in Montana is that the state requires no sales tax on personal property — which includes your luxury vehicle.
Do you need an appointment for Montana DMV?
Do I need to schedule an appointment? Yes. Most transactions require appointment scheduling.
What can I use for proof of address?
You can use various utility bills as proof of address, including gas, electric, water, internet, and landline phone bills. Most institutions don’t accept mobile phone bills as valid proof of address.
How can I get proof of address quickly?
If you need proof of address quickly, you may not have time to wait for something in the mail.
Review the list of acceptable documents.
- A lease or mortgage statement.
- A bank or credit card statement.
- A utility bill.
- A government benefits statement.
- A pre-printed paystub or tax form.
- An insurance policy or premium bill.
Is a bank statement proof of address?
Most banks will accept a bank statement as proof of address, provided it’s recent. The general period for relevance is three months. Statements are typically accepted from banks, credit unions and building societies. Credit card statements, provided they’re recent, are also generally considered a legitimate option.
Can I be a resident of two states?
Yes, it is possible to be a resident of two different states at the same time, though it’s pretty rare. One of the most common of these situations involves someone whose domicile is their home state, but who has been living in a different state for work for more than 184 days.
What determines your state of residence?
Residency Status 101
The state is your “domicile,” the place you envision as your true home and where you intend to return to after any absences. Though domiciled elsewhere, you are nevertheless considered a “statutory resident” under state law, meaning you spent more than half the year in the state.
What is the 183 day rule for residency?
Counting the 183 days
Parts of days (such as the day you arrive and leave) count as whole days towards the 183 days. The 183 days do not need to follow each other.
Can you register a car in Montana if you live in another state?
New residents must apply for a Montana vehicle title and register their vehicles within 60 days of establishing residency. Montana residents moving to another county may continue to use their current plates until their annual registration renewal is due.
Do I have to retake my drivers test if I move to Montana?
Do drivers moving to Montana have to retake the written test again? Yes, when you move to Montana you’ll need to pass the written test when you transfer your out-of-state license.