How long does it take to become a resident of DC?

Answer 1

The answer depends on the usage.

For the DMV residency is determined by where you live, and as soon as you move into the district you need to transfer you license or car registration. If you are going to be resident for less than six months, you can get temporary parking and registration.

DC Residents are eligible for in state tuition at any public university in the country, however, they must meet the eligibility requirements of that university.

Howard University in DC extends in state tuition to anyone who has resided continuously in the district for one full year prior to the first day of class.



http://dmv.dc.gov/pdf/dc_residency_proof_form.pdf
Utility bill (water, gas, electric, oil or cable):
provide entire bill issued within 60 days
• Valid Homeowner or Renter insurance
policy reflecting name and DC address
• Telephone bill (no cell phone or pager bills
accepted): provide entire bill issued within
60 days
• Lease or rental agreement issued within
the last 2 years with the name of the
Certifier as a lessee or renter
• DC Property Tax bill issued within the last
12 months
• Deed or Settlement Statement

Answer 2

183 days

Resident -- A person who lives in Virginia, or maintains a place of abode here, for more than 183 days during the year, or who is a legal (domiciliary) resident of the Commonwealth, is considered a Virginia resident for income tax purposes.

Answer 3

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