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Driver's License

To obtain a Florida Driver’s License, students must pass a vision, written and practical driving test. Students need to submit the following information to the local Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Office, who is responsible for issuing drivers licenses.


  • Valid For I-20 or DS-2019
  • Valid passport
  • I-94 card
  • Proof of Florida residential address
  • Social Security Number (if issued)
  • Employment Authorization Document (if issued)

The closest driver’s license office to the UCF main campus is the following:

11764 East Colonial Drive
Orlando, Florida 32817
Telephone: (407) 249-4789
Office Hours:
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

  • Individuals who do not need a driver’s license, but want an additional form of photo identification may apply for a Florida Identification Card at any Florida driver license office
  • For additional information or examples of accepted required documents to apply for driver’s license
  • Find additional driver license office locations.
  • Obtain Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle Handbook.

FORMS and FILES

CPT Checklist

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CPT Handout

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I-539

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I-765

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OPT Checklist

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OPT_Handout_F1

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OPT_Status_Form

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