You can review the process of applying for a Driver's License and find links to all applications forms and details about proof of residency on the Penn DOT website. The home country license must be in English to be used in the United States. J-2 Dependents (J-1 Scholars and Employees)Īccording to Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), international students may drive in Pennsylvania with a valid home country driver’s license for up to one year from their date of initial entry into the United States.Global Gatherings: Events and Activities.Post-Completion Optional Practical Training.Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training.Health Insurance and Immunization Information.Office of International Students and Scholars.