INFO SHEET: AB 60 DRIVER’S LICENSE
Beginning January 1, 2015, any eligible California resident will be able to receive a driver’s license,
regardless of immigration status. An applicant who does not have proof of lawful presence will receive an AB
60 license, which will have a visible distinguishing feature.
How Do I Apply for A License?
The DMV requires all applicants for a driver’s license to go through a process that ensures they know the rules
of the road and can drive safely. In order to apply for an AB 60 license you will need to do the following:
1. Make an application appointment at the DMV. You can only apply for a driver’s license at the DMV.
Also, please be sure to pay off all previous traffic tickets before applying for a license.
2. Fill out the DL-44 license application. If you have been issued a valid social security number by the
Social Security Administration, you should enter it on the form. If you have never been issued a social
security number, you should check the box on the application that indicates this. Do not use a false
social security number or one that was not issued to you by the Social Security Administration. If you
are not a United States Citizen, do not complete the voter registration form.
3. Pay $33 application fee.
4. Prove your identity and California residency using a combination of documents accepted by the
DMV.
5. Pass a written test to prove that you know the rules of the road.
6. Give a thumbprint.
7. Have your picture taken.
8. Pass a vision test.
9. After being issued a permit to practice driving with another driver, make an appointment to return to
the DMV and take your road test.
10. Show proof of insurance for your vehicle.
11. After passing the road test to show your ability to
drive safely, you will be issued your AB 60 license.
Identity and Residency Documents
What Can I Do to Prepare Now?
You will have to prove your identity and
California residency to the DMV using a
combination of documents. A current
foreign passport and consular ID, or an
expired foreign passport and foreign birth
certificate (translated by the consulate) can
be used to prove your identity. You must
also establish your California residency with
one of the following documents: a lease,
utility bill, tax return, medical record,
record of a financial institution, or school
records. If you don’t have these documents,
you can bring one of several other
documents and a DMV employee will
interview you to ensure that your
documents are authentic and match your
identity.
The final identity and residency document
requirements are still being determined
through by the DMV. However, you can
begin gathering your documents now. If you
do not have a consular ID or passport but
can obtain one from your Consulate, you
should do that now. Some Consulate offices
may take a significant amount of time to
issue these documents. If you do not have
residency documents in your name, you
should transfer a utility bill or other similar
document into your name (note that the
applicant will be allowed to use documents
under the spouse’s name as proof of
residency, but not others in shared
residences).
Tests:
Every applicant must demonstrate his or
her knowledge of California driving rules
and the ability to drive safely. You must pass
a “rules of road” written test on day you
apply for your license. This can be
administered as a written or oral test, in
different languages. After being issued a
permit to practice driving, you must also
make an appointment to return to the DMV
and pass a practical test, in which you must
demonstrate the ability to drive safely. Then
you will receive your driver’s license.
If you have driven in the past and have been
issued any traffic tickets, make sure that
they are paid. If you are not sure whether
you have outstanding tickets, you can go to
the nearest DMV office now and ask for
your driving record. Make sure to provide
the name(s) and addresses that you gave to
the officer at the time of the infraction. You
can pay your tickets by going to the assigned
court. If you are concerned about your
driving record, speak to a licensed attorney.
Importantly, you should begin studying for
the test. Resources are available at
www.driveca.org as well online from the
DMV and at DMV field offices. DO NOT pay
anyone for a license now. Licenses are not
available until January 1, 2015 and will only
be available from the DMV
How Can I Get Involved?
Your voice matters! To get involved, contact us at [email protected] and
join the Drive California Coalition. You can also get more information at www.driveca.org!