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Oklahoma DMV Fact Sheet

9/14/18 AILA Doc. No. 18091838.

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Immigration-related DMV information for the state of Oklahoma.

Name of Agency that Grants Driver's Licenses	Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Current Link to Lawful Presence Requirements	Requirements
How long may a visitor (or new resident) drive in this state/territory using a valid license from another jurisdiction?	There is not a set, published requirement; though Oklahoma credential holders are required to update address within 10 days of any move.
Does this state/territory issue a driver's license that does not require proof of lawful presence? If yes, provide link to requirements.	No
Does this state/territory provide non-driver's license Identification documents, such as state IDs? If yes, please provide link to requirements.	Yes
Does this state/territory require a Social Security Number for driver's license or ID issuance?	No
Is this state/territory REAL ID Compliant or in period of extension?	Extension
Are non-US citizens eligible for commercial driver's licenses ("CDLs") in this state/territory? If yes, please provide a link to the requirements.	No
How is driver's license validity determined for temporary visitors including green card applicants, visitors, students and non-immigrant workers on valid visas?	The Oklahoma DPS will issue a license to an alien for a period of time that corresponds to the validity of the document which demonstrates legal presence. In the event the documentation demonstrating legal presence is valid for a period of more than 4 years, the license will be valid for 4 years.
Does the state provide a driver's license extension based on receipt notices?	F-1 students in a period of "cap gap" stay: No Non-immigrants with timely filed petitions for extension of stay or change of status: No Applicants with pending AOS (prior to issuance of EAD) No
Does the state/territory issue driver's licenses to DACA grantees?	Yes
Preferred Contact Information for Troubleshooting Tough Cases	DPS Main Information Line:(405) 425-2424 Commercial Driver License (CDL) Help Desk: (405) 425-2020 Legal Division: (405) 425-2148 Records Management: (405) 425-2262
Words of Wisdom	If a tag agency (local issuing office) does not issue a DL in accordance with published guidance, visit the main office located at 3600 North Martin Luther King Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73111.