Driving in other states . We have received many inquiries about driving in other states when only having a permit or when visiting from another country.
Most states honor all valid foreign licenses.
By law, these states will honor a valid driver license issued by any other nation to a resident of that nation. You should not apply for a State license unless you become a resident of that state. Non-US Residient Applicants. Most states will honor your foreign license. Your foreign license is valid for driving, but not for waiving the tests and course for new drivers.