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If you've lived this life since you were a kid you know what its like growing up without hope, no job, no license. People will tell you they understand what you're going through but the reality is they wont. The way we view the world is not the same as what the friends we have around us who grew up as American citizens or any other American. If you're someone out there who's ever felt alone, abandoned, forgotten or unheard. I want you to know that I've gone through it and I understand your pain. I want you to know that I understand the struggle. I understand what it's like feeling like you have the weight of the world on your shoulders. I want you to know you're not alone. I want you to know that I've seen my own brother destroy his life with drugs because he couldn't handle growing up this way I don't blame anyone but himself for doing drugs to deal with his problems but things got bad and the drugs got worse. I hate putting blame on other things and other people but deep down I know what caused him to live way he lived, depression, an unstable home environment due to the way we grew up, parents having to constantly work their butt off to support my mother, me, my older brother, and my little brother in turn they didn't really have much time to do the "little family things'' that other American family's have. I just wish my brother dealt with his problems differently in a way that didn't hurt the person that loved him the most. I feel like it was me and he just didn't know. I looked up to him and I feel as if he left me to deal with this situation alone when we could have gone through this together. Things may never get better with my brother, It's something that I think about everyday and it eats me up inside to know that there's nothing I can do but be the best older brother I can be to my 14 year old brother and make sure I never abandon him the way my older brother did. On a lighter note my friends, my older brother received his work permit and license a month ago and hes finally driving and "trying" to get a job. he waited about 9 months. Also, my little brother was born here so he wont have to live the way me and my brother lived. so thats good Its August 30, 2013 and I want you all to know I'm still patiently waiting. (Initial review) I think of it this way. I came here when I was 6, I'm currently 20 years old. its been nearly a year but Im happy because I know whats coming.. Ive waited my whole life. One year isnt going to discourage me. I know once I get my permit and license my life's gonna change. Don't forget guys, we've gone through what others(americans) cant imagine. Turn that into one of your strengths. Be great guys. Opportunity is coming. Hope is here. Thank you for your time. and thanks for reading. I promise you. It means a lot to be heard.

Anyone having interview soon or looking to get their resume in order? let me know, I have had tons of interviews, (like 30)+ in the past 7 years, also my resume always catch any eye of any potential employer, I can definitely point you in the right direction whether you are a male or female, I am sure I can help, just let me know!.

This thread will be informational for those who are in CA trying to get a CA DL..especially if you have an out of state license too! I just want to help everyone out here. Just because I have everything now, I'm not trying to ditch everyone on this forum because there are still those waiting! So, here's to help. So first off, I went to the SSA 11/28/12 .. then I went to the DMV 11/29/12 so I guess I took a risk. I went to the DMV line at 7 A.M. in the morning at Lincoln Park (because one of the members told me he got a 5 year license here :smile:) *fingers crossed* So I lined up, applied for my license. Here's the thing. I have an out of state license from WA like many of you have posted. So I finished my application, and the lady just asked for my EAD, no SSN actual card (just the number). She then also asked for my WA ID since I told her I had one (I didn't have to take behind wheel test because of this). I paid $31 and she hands me a receipt and tells me to stand in line in which I got my fingerprint/picture taken. Then I went to the testing room for my written exam. I took the written exam and got 1 wrong which means I passed. The lady asked me for my WA license and she hole punched it (which means it's temporary now). She told me I didn't need it and she handed me over my Temporary CA License and said I should receive my ID in the mail soon. In no way shape or form did anyone ask me about DACA! Also, I was very surprised because I went to SSA on 11/28 around 1pm (near closing time)..and went the next morning to the DMV 11/29 first in line in the morning and the information was already processed. The DMV was able to verify my SSN obviously because if they didn't, I wouldn't have gotten my temp license. Ah I'm so thankful! -- Also, I'd like to help those out in the WRITTEN EXAM . I have my paper and will be posting a video shortly..but in the meantime, I will post YouTube links and really these are all you need. (Questions exactly the same except maybe 1 or 2) http://www.youtube.com/user/enjoyqwer ^ ^ user has about 6 sample tests -- very helpful. So how to study? Honestly, I just looked at these videos once. They pretty much have all the same questions, but I urge you to look at all the vids because some have different questions! Lastly, I would like to say that in no way shape or form did ANYONE ask about DACA, my status, etc at the DMV. It was a very smooth process. IF ANYONE HAS QUESTIONS, DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK IN THIS FORUM. I AM HERE TO HELP Also, I will update on how many years my license is for.

If anyone has any problems or sees things that seem out of the ordinary around the forum, please PM me with information. You can also PM me or one of the moderators here. We do not tolerate disrespect around this forum. If you see this and want to report it, please send me a PM and I will look into it further. Spam/rude comments/explicit content, etc. We have to have a good and friendly experience for everyone. Thank you and have a good day/night! ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE REPLY BELOW! I WILL ANSWER THEM ALL

Mine took 9 months, have you tried calling or requesting info?

To change your address you must fill out form AR-11 and mail it to USCIS. You can find that information here. http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=c1a94154d7b3d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1RCRD&vgnextchannel=db029c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD Since you have not received a decision on your case and have a pending application, you must also change your address online. You can do that here, https://egov.uscis.gov/crisgwi/go?action=coa.Terms