You cannot pay for a trip permit with cash. DC DMV accepts:

• Contactless/Digital Wallet Payments
• Credit cards: Visa, Master Card, Discover and American Express
• Money order: payable to DC Treasurer
• Verified check: payable to DC Treasurer

Please note -

• On December 15, 2025, a 2.5% service fee was added to all debit and credit card transactions completed online, through the mobile app, and in-person. On April 19, 2026, due to a systematic issue with real-time authorization, the ACH/Electronic Check payment feature was temporarily removed from all DMV online and mobile app transactions. Our team is working with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) to resolve the matter.

Check Verification

All checks received by DC DMV will be reviewed for the following items:

• Date
• Address and phone number
• Payable to DC Treasurer
• Signature or endorsement
• Amount
• Transaction confirmation number of the trip permit receipt

A $65 penalty will be imposed per dishonored or returned check. No refunds will be authorized.