New Residents to the United States

If you are new to the United States, it is our goal to make your transition to Hillsborough County as easy as possible by providing you with information on what is required to obtain a Florida Driver License or ID Card.

On this page, you will find our helpful how-to videos and printable guides which include step-by-step guidance to help you get what you need. These resources are available in both English and Spanish.

We welcome you to Hillsborough County and hope you have an excellent experience with our office.

If you have any questions about document requirements, please email us at newresident@hillstax.org. Please do not email photos or copies of your personal documents which may contain confidential information.

Important notice:

The governor signed Senate Bill 1718, which became law on July 1, 2023. This new law does not change our current procedures for getting an ID or drivers license. Please scroll down to see the required documentation for immigrants and non-immigrants.

Important Resources

Resident Classification

Immigrant

Am I an Immigrant?

An immigrant is a foreign national who intends to live and work permanently in the United States.

Here are some of the most common categories for immigrants:

1. Permanent Resident

2. Asylee

3. Refugee

Click here to see all the requirements

Non Immigrant

Am I a Non Immigrant?

Nonimmigrant is a foreign national seeking to enter the United States on a temporary basis for tourism, business, medical treatment, temporary work, among other reasons.

Here are some of the most common categories for non immigrants:

1. Parole

2. Work Permit

3. U Visa

4. Temporary Protected Status

5. Pending Political Asylum

Click here to see all the requirements

Don't know your Classification?

Contact us for clarification

If you are not sure which is your classification, send us an email to:

newresident@hillstax.org

Note: Please do not send photos or copies of your personal documents. Your documents contain confidential information.

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