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Department of Motor Vehicles

DC DMV Service Update: Walk-in service has returned to DC DMV for all Service Centers and Adjudication Services.

The inspection station is now operating on fall/winter hours. For more information, please visit the inspection station webpage.

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DC DMV at Your Fingertips

DC DMV has made it easier for you to "Skip-the-Trip" with several new updates to our mobile app! Get more details and download the free app here.

Virtual Hearings

DC DMV has launched virtual hearings for minor moving violations, reinstatement, and show cause.

Parallel Parking

Deanwood introduces parallel parking to road skills test! Learn more on how to parallel park using these five simple steps.

Manage Your Tickets on the Go

A Ticket Alert Service (TAS) account will give you real-time notice when tickets are issued, reminder emails about ticket deadlines and penalties, alerts if your vehicle is impounded, and more.

Know Before You Go!

The DC DMV has more than 55 online services that are available to customers. If your transaction requires an in-person visit, know what documents you need before you go.

New to the District?

New District Residents - Learn how to complete your DC DMV transactions in just one visit.

Featured Services

Knowledge Tests

Learn about the knowledge test, the first test for beginning drivers in the District.

Pay Tickets

Pay your parking and photo enforcement tickets online.

DC DMV Mobile App

DC DMV is excited to announce the launch of our newly enhanced mobile app.

Residential Parking Permits

Learn how you can get a residential parking permit (RPP).

Tag Surrender

Determine if you need to cancel your DC DMV tags and the steps to take.

Driver Records

Request a copy of your driver record.

License & ID

Obtain, convert, renew or get a duplicate driver license or ID.

Vehicles

Title, register, inspect your vehicle.

Tickets

Pay or contest tickets.

Latest

Sep 7 2021

Mayor Bowser Reminds Drivers of Approaching Deadlines for DC DMV Credential Renewals, Ticket Amnesty Program

(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser is reminding drivers of two important deadlines that...

Sep 3 2021

Mayor Bowser Extends DPR Spray Park Hours Through September 26

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)...

Sep 2 2021

Modified District Government Services for Labor Day 2021

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, September 6, 2021, the District Government will observe Labor Day....

Aug 10 2021

Mayor Bowser Announces that All DC Government Employees Will Be Required to Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19

(Washington, DC) Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that vaccination against COVID-19 will be a...

Jul 12 2021

Mayor Bowser Welcomes Back Employees as DC Government Leads in Returning to the Workplace

In-Person, Walk-in Services Expand for Residents and Businesses

Aug 26 2021

DMV News You Can Use for August 2021

AAMVA Recognizes Justin Day as IDEC Outstanding Examiner of the Year

Jul 16 2021

DMV News You Can Use for June/July 2021

Adjudication Services and all Service Centers will return to walk-in service starting the week of...

May 28 2021

DMV News You Can Use for May 2021

Starting June 1, 2021, all District-registered vehicles will need to display valid registration and...

Jun 17 2021

DC DMV Testimony before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Oversight Hearing

Feb 9 2021

DC DMV Testimony before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Agency Performance Oversight Hearing on Fiscal Years 2020-21

Oct 5 2020

DC DMV Testimony before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Public Roundtable on the District Department of Motor Vehicles Appointment Backlog

Jun 3 2020

DC DMV Testimony before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Oversight Hearing

Feb 6 2020

DC DMV Testimony before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Agency Performance Oversight Hearing on Fiscal Years 2019-20

Aug 27 2012

DMV Facilities Will Be Closed for the Labor Day Holiday

On Saturday, September 1, 2012 and Monday, September 3, 2012, all DC DMV locations will be closed...

Aug 27 2012

DMV Inspection Station Winter Hours

The DC DMV Inspection Station is returning to Winter Hours beginning on Tuesday, September 4, 2012...

Quick Links

Department of Motor Vehicles

Office Hours
Varies by location. Please see All DC DMV Locations under About DMV in the menu.

Phone: (202) 737-4404
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]