U.S.A. DRIVER LICENSE
According to the official US government website, International Driving Permits in the United States can be obtained only by the residents. Therefore, if you have a tourist visa, your valid national driver’s license and the permit, you can drive in the United States without any limitations, except for duration time
Driving Age by State
| State | Learner’s Permit | Restricted License |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 15 | 15, 6 mos. |
| South Dakota | 14 | 14, 6 mos. |
| Tennessee | 15 | 16 |
| Texas | 15 | 16 |
Vehicles are categorized by class: Class A: a combination of 2 or more vehicles, including a trailer(s) in excess of 10,000 lbs articulated buses with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) exceeding 26,000 lbs and all vehicles authorized to be driven under Class B and C, or with a regular driver’s license, Class D