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Austin, TX - Immigrants residing in Texas must first show proof of legal immigration status before they can apply for a driver''s license. Once they receive their license, it will look remarkably different than the driver''s licenses of non-immigrants residing in the state.

Immigrants'' driver''s licenses will be vertical with the words "temporary visitor" clearly displayed. In addition, the date that their legal residency expires will also be exhibited on the ID. Texas will not issue licenses or other forms of government identification cards to anyone who is not able to provide proof of legal immigration status. Those who have overstayed their visa or residency requirement as well as immigrants who only have permission to stay in the country for six months, will not be applicable for state issued identification. Citizens of the United States will not be affected by this new legislation, and will not have to show any additional documentation than is already required. These new requirements are under the Texas Department of Public Safety and are in accordance with federal legislation that was passed after the terrorist attacks of September 11, requiring states to only issue identification documents to individuals legally residing in the country. The new requirements for driver''s licenses, expected to be effective immediately, have proved to be controversial. Critics maintain that not only does this lead to discrimination, but many who do not qualify for a driver''s license will drive without proper liability insurance - presenting an increasing risk to all drivers.