J-1 Scholar Pre-Arrival Guide - Office of International Education ...

Once you have successfully applied, you will receive the card by mail in approximately 4 weeks.
You will also receive a receipt indicating that you have applied successfully for a card.
You do not need a SSN to be initially hired by Georgia Tech in the Office of Human
Resources, although you will need to give them the number once you have it.
If your Social Security application is denied, even though you believe you have the required
documents, please take note of the time & date of your visit, as well as the window number of
the person who assisted you. Please also ask the agent what specifically is missing and then
contact an advisor in OIE for assistance.
Obtaining a Driver’s License or ID Card
You may apply for a license at any Department of Driver Services office.
For the most convenient location for written & driving exams, visit: www.dds.ga.gov
Requirements for Driver’s License
J‐1 students/scholars must apply in person to the Department of Driver Services and will need
to present your passport, original I‐94 Form, proof of local residence (such as a signed lease
agreement, a utility bill with your name & local address, or a bank statement), $20 cash or
money order, and the following documents:
J‐1 Students/Scholars with SSN
Current DS‐2019
Social Security Card
J‐1 Students/Scholars without SSN &
J‐2 Dependents
Current DS‐2019
Form SSA‐L676 from the Social Security Administration
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