Some people say, "You can't drive in the US if you have a Chinese driver's license."

Some people also say, "You can drive in the United States without any problems using your Chinese driver's license."

So, can Chinese tourists holding a U.S. B visa rent and drive a car in the U.S. with a driver's license issued in China (mainland only)?

The U.S. federal system is very complex, and each state has its own independent legal system. Driver's licenses are a local matter for each state, so there is no such thing as a "U.S. driver's license". Whether you can legally drive on the road with a Chinese driver's license while traveling or studying in the United States depends on the laws of each state.

Chinese driver's licenses can be used in 38 states across the United States.

Currently, 38 out of the 50 states in the United States explicitly allow Chinese tourists to drive with their Chinese driver's licenses.

▲Green: Recognizes Chinese driver's licenses

▲Red: Clearly not allowed

▲Orange: Other documents required

This list details the usage of Chinese driver's licenses in various US states. Save it if you need it!

[Special Note]

New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Texas do not allow the use of Chinese driver's licenses; that is, you cannot drive in these three states with a Chinese driver's license. However, these three states are also states where Chinese people frequently travel to and from, especially...New JerseyIt's just across the river from New York, and you can cross state lines by going through a tunnel. You could easily break the law in the blink of an eye.MassachusettsWith its capital city of Boston, and renowned institutions such as Harvard University, MIT, and Boston University, Boston is a place you've probably considered driving to when exploring the East Coast.TexasIncluding well-known cities like Houston, Austin, and Dallas, you might almost think you can drive around freely.

(The above data is from the internet. Please check the traffic regulations of each state for any changes.)