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Xiaoyuan has not learned to drive yet because she doesn't have a book to read. Any driver's manual from a state that translates into Chinese would give her a fighting chance to get a learner's permit. I want her to get her license as soon as she returns from China, so I'd like to get a driver's manual to send with her to study. Can anyone help out on this? TIA, Griz
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my wife has been getting behind the wheel for months now and driving to the supermarket, but it wasn't until last month that I started to let her drive to work. She has about 20 or more missions under her belt. She is doing better and I'm getting more confidence in her. I don't keep my hand near the emergency brakes anymore( I still know where it is though). We will have to practice on things like parking and stuff more. She has driven in rain, and it was startling to her. She couldn't turn the wipers on high. Last night was her first time driving at night. mostly it went well, kinda. She has in her mind that she must stop for yellow lights even though I have told her millions of time, she doesn't have to stop it she is close to them, last night she slammed on the brakes when we were right on top of the intersection at a yellow light:huh: ... she inventually listened and went throught he light, other wise we would have been sitting at a yellow light. She doesn't tend to pay attention to where she has gone or been before. Anyway, we got to the street that leads to our home and she needed to make a left and she wouldn't turn. She was afraid and once she finally did turn, she was on the wrong side of the street... Very scary. I know where her weaknesses are, so we must work on them. She has told me that she is scared when she drives(me too), I try to relax her, but talking calm and telling her of turns ahead of time. I checked her pulse and it was going fast. I'm in no rush for her to get her liscense. Hopefully she can get it by next year when I'm ready to get her a car. She is doing good, but she does have set backs. Maybe she will be one of those people who will do better when I'm not in the car... I don't know, but I'm not ready to turn her loose yet.
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I was told by a chinese friend of mine that she is driving legally in Chicago IL using her Chinese drivers license. I didn't believe her. She told me that her husband had checked on this and found that she could legally drive in the US (using her Chinese drivers license) for up to 2 years. To validate her story - she told me that she was pulled over for speeding in Chicago a few weeks ago and that the police officer did not cite her for driving without a drivers license - that he only gave her a warning ticket for the speeding violation. She has been in the states for almost 2 years so far. This all sounds a bit crazy to me because a Chinese drivers license is completely written in Chinese - How would an officer in the states even know it is a drivers license??? Does anybody know about this FOR REAL??? What is the TRUTH to thre use of a Chinese drivers license here in the states? Are some states different or do they all use the same guidelines? Thanks, Scott
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Hello fellow CFLers If entering the USA on K3 and having a current Chinese drivers license how long would it take to obtain an American drivers license. I asked my local DMV branch today and they have no clue.
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We have recently filed and sent out our AOS forms. My wifes (k-1 visa holder) I-94 expired on 11/27/08, which is 3 months after her entry into the U.S. Is she going to encounter problems at the DMV, with an expired I-94? Thanks for your help!
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Hello everyone! Happy Thanksgiving to All! My wife just got her drivers license, and will soon get a car. She told me they have GPS units here in the U.S.(Detroit, Michigan) that will also speak in Madarin Chinese language....Can anyone help, or make a reccomendation of one? I see a lot of advertising for Garmin, and TomTom. Was hoping to find one no more than $200, if possible. Thanks for your help......if you can. Ron & Li Ping
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Sometime last year, a discussion ensued in this forum, with respect to a citizen of the PRC, who was visiting in the US (and more specifically in California) and wanted to drive a car during their visit, either for tourism or business. At that time, I had done some research in the CVC which did not reveal any reference to not recognizing the driver license from the foreign jurisdiction, nor any reference to an International DL, which would not be applicable to the PRC anyway, as they were not a signature to the international convention, back in the late 40’s and/or early 50’s. In this regard, and just as an FYI, there was a recent addition to the California Drivers Handbook, which is produced by the state DMV, as a quick reference to driver license and registration regulations in the state. On page #2 of the pamphlet it now states the following, which is very clear: Adults Visiting California Visitors over 18 years old with a valid driver license from their home state or country may drive in California without getting a driver license as long as their home license remains valid.
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My hubby who entered US on 9/27 with K-3 is having a problem getting his driving permit. DMV here wants proof of WA residence. They want to see his tax return, utility bills with his name on it, employment pay stub.... I mean he just arrived! Where can one get these? DMV said bank statements or cellular phone bills doesn't count... We are so discouraged.
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We got June's SSN last week and went down to the DMV to see about getting her an instructional permit for driving in TX but they pointed out we had to have an "unexpired form I-94 with a defined expiration date: Form I-94 must have been issued for a period of at least one year and have at least six months validity remaining." On the K1 visa, you only get 90 days on the I-94. We pointed out that we are married and that according to the INS, she is in the country legally as she waits for the AOS with intention of family-based immigration. We were told we don't have acceptable identification documentation for getting her a drivers license in Texas. Oh and they said it made no difference that she had a driver's license in China. She still has to start from square one. So, it seems that the only way we can get what the DMV requires on the I-94 is if we wait out the AOS approval and get her green card or EAD right? Gosh, so she will be unable to drive for several months according to the wait times at the Texas processing office, right? That's a real hardship on us. Somebody please tell me there is an angle I am not seeing here. P.S. This is new regulation that was enacted as of March 2008 in Texas. Thanks a bunch!
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I just bought the Garmin nüvi 750 at Sam's, it lists for $535, but Sam's is selling it for $299. It's a really simple device for the car, but what is really great about it is you can have it display and even speak in Chinese, both Mandarin and Cantonese. If your spouse is like mine and doesn't like driving on the highways you are in luck, you can set it to avoid routing on highways as well as toll roads, ferries and U-turns. Only a few years ago Garmin only had one device that handled Chinese, but it appears our local Chinese Association managed to convince them of the benefit as well as sponsoring a number of the local events. Not bad for a small local Kansas City company. BTW I first bought the Tom-Tom with bluetooth and returned in less than an hour, it was much less user friendly and I would have taken a beating from my wife if I'd wasted our money on such a thing.
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I was wondering if anyone was familiar with the folks at this web site http://www.chinadrivinglicense.com/ ????? Although there is a "deposit" of 2000RMB required, I'd be willing to pay it if I can get the license, provided that the actual cost is close to the "deposit". I've asked them that question today in an email. Taking the chinese written test locally would be impossible if it wasn't in english. The actual driving is not intimidating here in Chengdu... I've been having a blast on the scooter so far, kinda like my racing days with FV, FA, FC, FF and SRF's all on the track at one time Bill
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This is what is on a web site for getting a drivers license Proofs of Identity Foreign passport - in English and with a U.S. Visa and valid I-94 or unexpired I-155 stamp attached. If not in English, a certified translation by the embassy or consulate of the issuing country is required. For details, see the publication Proofs of Identity (ID-44). From what I am reading it is off to the embassy for more translation. With a k-1 visa I-94 is valid for how long. It seems trying to get a drivers license is almost as hard as getting a visa What is the issuing country China for passport or US for visa?
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Does anyone know if a Chinese drivers license is valid temporarily in the US in the place of a US license? Most of you probably didn't encounter this, but my husband has a license in China and I've heard he can drive on that for about three months. I know my Shanghai colleagues with licenses could rent cars and drive on business trips in the US, so I assume my husband can on a green card. Just can't find it in writing. Thanks!
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Last week Lisa passed her driving test with a perfect score What it all got down to was for me to get out of the car and out of the way so she could finally fiqure out on her own how to parrell park and to back up for some distance . So now there aren't any DWA jokes in the household and Lisa's getting her own license has really made life easier for everyone here. She actually had driven over 2 thousand miles during the last 2 months and the daily driving made the big difference to improve her skills . She now is comforable with driving a car
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My fiancee asked me this morning if she needs to have her Chinese drivers license and driving record translated and notarized for use in the US. She read on 001 that if she has this, it would help her with obtaining a driver license here and her clean driving record would help her with a discount on our car insurance here. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety Drivers License Division, she will be required to take a vision test, the written test and driving test, even with her Chinese drivers license. I told her this and she said I am mistaken, because she read it on the "all knowing" 001 site. Oh well. As to her driving record, my insurance agent is out this week, so no answer on that, yet. I honestly don't seed the need for her to go through the time and expense (my expense) of translating and notarizing these two Chinese documents as they are probably not of any use here in the US. I asked her how much for the translation and notarization and she said around 800 RMB each, which seems like a huge rip off to me. I don't remember her birth certificate, etc. costing that much to translate and notarize. Anyone here have any experience with either or both documents? As aye, Jim -
My wife got her driver's license in December, but was fearful of driving and getting lost. So we always went the same way to the store and such to help her get used to getting there. Then I searched and found that Garmin makes a GPS that speaks and displays in 5 asian languages, one of them is Chinese. We bought it and put it in the car, and the only problem now is making sure she keeps her eyes on the road and not the GPS. It has been a BIG help. For those interested, it is the Garmin C330 Asian version. Runs for about $300 on the internet. As far as I can tell, it is the only one out there. Mike
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If I read Texas law correctly, the state will allow her to drive here for up to one year on entry into the USA on her PRC license. Since she has no SS# I want to get around it as TX requires it for a state license. I wrote the state to see what they have to say, since I am not a lawyer and to verify what I think I read. I will call my insurance co to see if I can add her without a SS#. Hmm, wonder if I should do that. Anyway it is best I find out. Somewhere I read she needs to get an International Permit in multi language including English. Will see if they have them rather than getting a notorized translation. PRC does not recognize them from another country. Wonder if they issue them for their citizens to travel abroad? Here are some links: The Law: http://info.sos.state.tx.us/pls/pub/readta...ch=15&rl=91 Look for Question Out-of-Country Driver License http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/administratio...rol/faq/faq.htm Answer: http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/administratio...s_dl_id.htm#q51 I will keep this thread updated. Or if some of you are ahead of me I would appreciate any advice. I did a search in CFL but found nothing about a spouse having a Chinese license. Funny if this works as the PRC does not recognize our license.
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It has been a year since Fei got her learning permit. Started off in parking lots for about 4 months, then practiced in business park on sundays. Fei went back to China last spring and took 6 weeks of diving training there, but I did not see any improvement. It was difficult to get her to go over 25 in a 45mph road. She says "too fast!" And at night it's too dark! And if it rains, wait till it stops. Have been sending her out with a driving instructor the last 4 weeks once a week. But she does things that are not safe. Like slowing down from 40mph to 25mph when changing a lane. Not going when it is her turn at a stop sign, and cars honk or go around us. Bad left turns. She seems to lack judgement, and needs to pay attention to what she is doing. Can not remember the streets around our area after more than a year. She wants a license so she can practice on her own. I am afraid she will get lost too easily. has anyone else had this problem? In China she always took a bus, taxi or was driven by someone so she never had to pay attention on how she got to her destination.
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This might be the case in other states as well but your SO's passport, bank account, and SS# are not enough to get a driver's permit. One needs to get the i-551 or the like to apply for the permit. The point is if you are in Virginia and hope to let your SO drive as soon as possible get cracking on the paper work right away. -
Sorry - I put this in the wrong section - please move it - I tried to delete it, but couldn't. Hello, I live in florida. My wife wants to get a drivers license. But she does not speak english - at least not enough. Do they issue drivers licenses to such persons? How do we get around the language barrier? Thanks, Scott -
This link should work for everyone that has adobe reader installed on there computers. The file 7M. When you go to print it. It's front and back, 50 pages and then staple it together, just like the real deal. {Edit} "YouSendIt" link long since DEAD. See Post for better links: http://candleforlove.com/forums/topic/46725-drivers-handbook-in-chinese/?do=findComment&comment=560012
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When my fiance now wife first came to the US we applied for and received her SSN. However, we missed the window of time to apply for her California DMV issued ID card. According to the CA DMV we needed more time on her I94 form. My question is what to do now that we have filed our AOS but the DMV is stating that she can't get an ID until she gets her green card. How do I add my wife to my bank account etc. in order to prove our marriage for our upcoming interview if she can't get a government issued ID? This seems like a real catch 22!!!
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When the I-94 90 days expired so did the California ID which should be able to be renewed once AOS is applied for. At least that is what I thought as a partially sane and rational individual. Not at all! The computer says her legality must be verified first. We brought our marriage certificate and the receipt notice for AOS. No good they say. The only document DMV will accept is a green card or the NOA notice of approval. Now it is my understanding that USCIS does not send this notice any longer. CA DMV says she can not renew her ID without it. This leaves her without any valid IDs since the passport only shows her visa is expired. This is driving both of us crazy because she can't board a plane or drive to San Diego for the weekend without risking big hassles. Has anyone else had this experience? God I hope not but then misery does love company.
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When Jiening went to the DMV for her drivers license application, I had to work so my mother graciousy offered to take her down for me. She passed the test alright, but the highly skilled attendant spotted an obvious problem. Um, it seems (according to this employee) that the little machine that records signatures doesn't recognize Chinese characters. I don't really believe that the machine can tell a difference. It's purpose is to record and reproduce whatever is scribbled on it. In my best guess, this person was looking for some letter she could recognize and there were none. The DMV "specialist" instructed my wife to sign her name in the English alphabet and she complied. Jiening told me a few days ago of this. Immediately I began seeing all sorts of problems. Every piece of paper she has signed for immigration has been in Chinese with no problems. Her signature is in Chinese, and that's all there is to it. Even on our joint checking account her signature is in Chinese. If she were to sign a check in English the bank would surely reject it. At biometrics she signed in Chinese. The fact is that the "signature" she gave the DMV is not her signature and bears no resemblance to the real thing. This is an identification issue, and now when she recieves her drivers license it won't reflect the same signature the US government has on file. Who knows what other problems this could cause in the future? What should I do to correct this? I am thinking of having her write a statement that her signature is in Chinese, having it notarized, presenting it to the DMV with her passport and green card, and requesting that she be allowed to re-sign the machine. Is there a rule or regulation in CA that says a person's signature must be in English? My signature is in English, but I don't think any DMV employee could read it without looking at my printed name first. It's just a mark I make, unique to me. That's all her signature is, a mark she makes that is unique to her.
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is it possible to obtain a driver's license prior to recieving the I-485 approval? Thanks
