Quick Answer
Yes — Oregon allows undocumented immigrants and ITIN holders to get a standard driver's license under SB 833 (2013). No Social Security Number or proof of legal status required. Valid for driving throughout Oregon but not accepted as federal ID (cannot be used for domestic flights or federal buildings).
Can You Get a Driver's License in Oregon Without an SSN?
Yes. Oregon allows residents to obtain a driver's license (or driving permit) regardless of immigration status under SB 833 (2013). You do not need a Social Security Number or proof of legal U.S. presence to apply.
Oregon issues an "Oregon Driver Card" (not called a driver's license) under SB 833 (2013). The card authorizes driving in Oregon and is recognized for driving in other states, but is not a REAL ID and looks different from Oregon's standard driver's license.
License type
Oregon Driver Card — not valid as federal ID (REAL ID). This license is valid for driving but cannot be used to board domestic flights, enter federal buildings, or as a federal form of ID. For air travel you will need your passport.
Required Documents
Bring the following to your Oregon DMV appointment:
- 1Proof of identity — valid foreign passport or foreign government-issued ID
- 2Proof of Oregon residency — 2 documents: utility bill, bank statement, lease, or government mail
Tip
Bring original documents or certified copies — photocopies are not accepted. If your documents are in a language other than English, bring a certified translation.
Step-by-Step Process
- Step 1: Gather identity and residency documents
- Step 2: Visit an Oregon DMV office
- Step 3: Complete the Driver Card application
- Step 4: Pass the knowledge and vision tests
- Step 5: Pass the road skills test
- Step 6: Driver Card mailed to your address
What This License Allows
Once you have your Oregon driver's license or driving permit, you can:
- Drive legally anywhere in Oregon
- Get car insurance (insurers require a valid license)
- Use it as a state-issued photo ID for non-federal purposes
- Use it as proof of identity at banks and credit unions — this can help with opening an account
You cannot use this license to:
- Board domestic flights (need a passport or REAL ID)
- Enter federal buildings or military bases
- Prove immigration status or work authorization
Next step: build credit
A driver's license is accepted by many banks as a second form of ID alongside your ITIN — making it easier to open an account. See which banks accept ITIN →
Frequently Asked Questions
Can undocumented immigrants get a driver's license in Oregon?
Oregon issues an Oregon Driver Card under SB 833 (2013) to residents who cannot prove legal U.S. status. It is not called a driver's license and is not a REAL ID, but it authorizes driving in Oregon and other states. No SSN is required.
What is the Oregon Driver Card?
The Oregon Driver Card is a driving authorization issued to Oregon residents who cannot prove U.S. legal presence. It allows legal driving throughout Oregon and is recognized in other states, but cannot be used as a federal ID.
Other States That Allow This
19 states and Washington D.C. currently allow undocumented immigrants to get a driver's license or driving permit. Browse by state:
For the complete list with each state's law and requirements, see the full driver's license guide →