How long to become a California resident? (universities, live)

[NthPower]

Hello,
I arrived in California back in October and within a couple of months, I got my CA Driver's license and a CA license plate for my vehicle.

I also applied to become a registered voter in CA, but I have not received the cards or anything of that sort yet.

I am wondering, how long does one becomes a CA resident? I thought it would be a year, but I am not too sure.

Thanks!

[ferretkona]

No time needs to pass, when you moved here you became a resident. There is no voter card. You will get a sample ballot before the next election with your voting place on the label.

[nullgeo]

Congratulations, you are a resident (!)

However, if your question relates to qualifying for in-state tuition rates, you need to not only be a resident, but be one for a specified length of time ... typically 366 days or more for universities and colleges in the state system.

[Curmudgeon]

Originally Posted by nullgeo

Congratulations, you are a resident (!)

However, if your question relates to qualifying for in-state tuition rates, you need to not only be a resident, but be one for a specified length of time ... typically 366 days or more for universities and colleges in the state system.

And if you want to get divorced, you have to have lived there for at least six months. Other than those two time constraints, you're good to go.