Oregon, Japanese officials sign driver license reciprocity agreement – KTVZ

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Representatives of Japan and the state of Oregon signed an settlement Tuesday that makes it simpler to acquire a driver license for Japanese residents in Oregon and Oregonians dwelling in Japan.

This reciprocity settlement will enable present holders of passenger-vehicle driving privileges in Oregon who’re over 18 to acquire comparable driving privileges in Japan with out taking a driving abilities check or a data check.

Likewise, the settlement will enable holders of comparable passenger-vehicle driver licenses issued by Japan who’re over 18 to acquire an Oregon driver license with out further testing.

All different eligibility necessities and charges in Oregon and Japan will nonetheless be required.

“Oregon joins a number of different states in establishing driver license reciprocity with Japan,” Oregon DMV Administrator Amy Joyce stated. “This settlement is a logo of the robust enterprise, training and tourism relationships between Japan and the state of Oregon.”

Consul Common Masaki Shiga from the consular workplace in Portland signed the settlement on behalf of Japan. Oregon DMV Administrator Amy Joyce signed on behalf of Oregon.

The settlement took impact upon signing, and DMV will start accepting reciprocity candidates efficient Nov. 1. To use for an Oregon driver license, Japanese dwelling in Oregon might want to go to a DMV workplace in particular person. For workplace hours and areas, go to www.OregonDMV.com.

Everytime you want Oregon DMV providers, we suggest that you just first go to DMV2U.oregon.gov. You might be able to full DMV enterprise on-line or learn the way to arrange and make your DMV go to as environment friendly as potential.