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New Arrival Kit

Essential Documents and How to Obtain Them

- Purpose: Required for work, taxes, and accessing government services.
- How to Obtain: Apply at the Social Security Administration (SSA) office with proof of identity and work authorization (passport, visa, green card).
- Website: https://www.ssa.gov/
- Purpose: Primary identification for daily use, banking, and driving.
- How to Obtain: Visit the local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) with required documents (passport, visa, proof of residency).
- Website: https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services
- Purpose: Proof of citizenship, school enrollment, and passport application.
- How to Obtain: Order from the vital records office of the state where the birth occurred.
- Website: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm
- Purpose: Required for international travel and identity verification.
- How to Obtain: Apply through the U.S. Department of State.
- Website: https://travel.state.gov/

- Purpose: Proof of lawful permanent residence in the U.S.
- How to Obtain: Apply through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
- Website: https://www.uscis.gov/
- Purpose: Legal permission to work in the U.S.
- How to Obtain: File Form I-765 with USCIS.
- Website: https://www.uscis.gov/i-765
- Purpose: Allows entry into the U.S. for work, study, or tourism.
- How to Obtain: Apply through the U.S. embassy or consulate.
- Website: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html

- Options: Employer-provided, Medicaid, Medicare, ACA marketplace plans.
- How to Apply:
  - Employer-provided: Sign up through HR.
  - Medicaid/Medicare: Check eligibility at https://www.healthcare.gov/.
  - Private insurance: Purchase via marketplace or providers.
- Requirements: Minimum liability coverage required by state law.
- How to Obtain: Compare policies through insurance providers like Geico, State Farm, or Progressive.
  - Website: https://www.usa.gov/auto-insurance

Steps to Rent:

Public School Enrollment: Required documents: birth certificate, proof of residence, vaccination records.
How to Enroll: Contact local school district.
Website: https://www2.ed.gov/about/contacts/state/index.html