Appointments

The following services are not available at the DMV office and must be done online, at a DMV kiosk, with a DMV business partner, or by mail.

• Vehicle Registration Renewal (with no changes)
• Driver’s License/ID Card Renewal (with no in-office requirements)
• Driver Record
• Vehicle Record
• Replacement Driver’s License

Appointments for Behind-the-Wheel Drive Tests are only available after you submit an application. Use the “Get in Line” service when available for same day visits.

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