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Can I drive legally in South Carolina with a license from a different state?
If I want to drive a car here, can I still do that legally? I'm in the state for college, but my driver's license is from California.
Sophie Newman · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“If your permanent residence is in another state, you can drive legally in
South Carolina
with a license from that state. You’ll be classified as a non-resident driver. Car insurance
may be a different story. Depending on your driving situation, you may want to consider purchasing non-owners car insurance
, or at least make sure you’re covered under another policy.”View full answer
- Gregory R.
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