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Know Before You Go

  • DMV Fees
  • DMV Forms
  • Name Changes and Corrections
  • Change of Address
  • Driver / Operator Manuals
  • Service Tips

Department of Motor Vehicles

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Varies by location. Please see DMV Service Locations in the About section.


Phone: (202) 737-4404
TTY: 711
Email:dmv@dc.gov

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What to Know Before You Go - DMV Basics

DC DMV has more than 40 online services that are available to customers. If your transaction requires an in-person visit, know what documents you need before you go. 

  • DMV Fees
  • DMV Forms
  • Name Changes and Corrections
  • Change of Address  
  • Selective Service Registration
  • Voter Registration  [PDF] 
  • Become an Organ and Tissue Donor

Documents You Need and Documents We Accept

  • Use Our Document Verification Guide
  • Proof of Identity - Name and Date of Birth
  • Proof of Social Security Number
  • Proof of DC Residency  
  • Proof of Ability to Drive  
  • Proof of Parent Approval  
  • Proof of Business Identity
  • Proof of DC Insurance
  • Proof of DC Driver License or Identification Card
  • Proof of DC Vehicle Inspection
  • Proof of Vehicle Mileage
  • Proof of Vehicle Value

Skip the Trip! - Popular services that can be completed online

  • Driver License Renewal
  • Driver License Replacement
  • Drivers License Verification
  • Sample Online Knowledge Test
  • Road Test Appointment Scheduling
  • Identification Card Renewal
  • Identification Card Replacement
  • Identification Card Verification
  • Update Phone Number, E-Mail Address and Voting Information 
  • See ALL Online Services

Related Content

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  • Medical Restrictions
  • Vision Screening / Hearing  Impaired
  • Vehicle Tinting Medical Waiver
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  • Knowledge Tests
  • Driver Education

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Know before you go!  Check out our Waiting Area Webcams.  

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