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How to Transfer a Drivers License to Florida

There is a lot of red tape that you have to deal with when you're relocating. If you are among the thousands of people who move to Florida each month to enjoy fun in the sun, you don't have long after you get settled in to get a license in that state. Once you have established yourself as a resident in Florida---which means you have accepted a job, registered to vote or enrolled your child in school---you have 30 days to get a state driver's license.

Primary form of identification
Secondary form of identification

Instructions

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  Make an appointment with the DMV. Although not required, this can speed up the process. You can make an appointment at http://oasis.hsmv.state.fl.us/. To find the DMV in your area, visit www.dmvflorida.org/dmv-offices.shtml.
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  Bring a primary form of identification. In most cases, an acceptable primary form of identification is the driver's license from your former state. However, driver's licenses issued in certain states---like Texas, Vermont and Alaska---are considered secondary forms of identification. For a full list of these states, go to www.dmvflorida.org/out-of-state-drivers.shtml. If you come from one of these states, you must bring a birth certificate, certificate of naturalization or your passport for use as a primary form of identification.
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  Bring a secondary form of identification. To fulfill this requirement, you must bring proof of your Social Security number such as a Social Security card, W-2 form or a 1099, and two proofs or your residential address -- recent utility bills or mail from a bank. For a full list of acceptable forms of secondary identification, go to www.dmvflorida.org/drivers-license-identification.shtml.