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Due to scheduled system maintenance, DMV online and mobile services will be temporarily unavailable between 8:00pm on Sunday, December 14 and 6:00am on Monday, December 15. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Knowledge Test Updates

9 new languages have been added to DC DMV's Knowledge Testing System! Learn more on our Knowledge Testing page here ...

Active Duty Military and Foreign Service Residents

Active duty and foreign service residents - DC DMV thanks you for your service! This page is dedicated to help eliminate barriers to completing transactions and address the unique challenges that you and your families often face. Learn more...

A Few More Drinks? It Could Cost More Than You Think

Enrollment in DC DMV's Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Program is required after any impaired driving offense. Learn more...

Virtual Hearings

The DMV now offers virtual hearings, providing customers with the convenience of attending from any location and eliminating the need to travel to the Adjudication Services office. Learn more...

New Look, New Security, Same You!

Bridging technology, exceptional security and an unparalleled design that is uniquely DC and uniquely you!

Explore DC's new credential....

Check NMVTIS Before You Buy!

You found the used car of your dreams and the price is right! Don’t let your dream turn into a nightmare. Protect yourself from individuals who may try to sell you a compromised vehicle. Watch this YouTube video to learn more...

We Demand Statehood, Pride Lives Here Specialty Vehicle Tags

We Demand Statehood and Pride Lives Here Specialty Vehicle Tags Now Available

Explore more information about the process of obtaining specialty vehicle tags, including our new tags, 'We Demand Statehood' and 'Pride Lives Here'.

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Knowledge Tests

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

Pay Tickets

Pay parking and photo enforcement tickets online.

Are You New to the District?

Learn more on how to complete your DC DMV transactions in just one visit.

DC DMV at Your Fingertips

Skip-the-trip and download our mobile app.

Residential Parking Permits

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

Registration for Ticket Alert Service (TAS)

How to Register for Ticket Alert Service (TAS).

Know Before You Go!

55+ online services are available to customers. If your transaction requires an in-person visit, know what documents you need before you go.

License & ID

Obtain, convert, renew or get a duplicate DL or ID.

Vehicles

Title, register, inspect your vehicle.

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Dec 10 2025

DC DMV Makes Knowledge Testing Available in 10 Additional Languages, Enhances Payment Options

Media Contact: Chiderah Monde, PIO; (202) 729-7098 Beginning December 15, 2025, the DC...

Oct 1 2025

DC DMV Launches Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) Program to Combat Aggravated Reckless Driving

Media Contact: Chiderah Monde, PIO; (202) 729-7098 The DC Department of Motor Vehicles (...

Jul 21 2025

DC DMV to Enact ‘No Tickets for Stolen Vehicles and Plates’ Provisions of STEER Act by July 31

Media Contact: Chiderah Monde, PIO; (202) 729-7098 The DC Department of Motor Vehicles (...

Jul 2 2025

Modified District Government Services for Independence Day

(Washington, DC) – On Friday, July 4, District Government will observe Independence Day...

Jun 17 2025

Modified District Government Services for Juneteenth

(Washington, DC) – On Thursday, June 19, District Government will observe the Juneteenth...

Dec 11 2025

DC DMV ¡Noticias útiles para ti! para Diciembre 2025

Un mensaje del Director del DMV, Gabriel Robinson ¡Saludos DC! Cuesta creer que ya...

Dec 10 2025

DMV News You Can Use for December 2025

A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson Greetings DC! It's hard to...

Nov 14 2025

DC DMV ¡Noticias útiles para ti! para Noviembre 2025

Un mensaje del Director del DMV, Gabriel Robinson ¡Saludos DC! Al comenzar esta...

Nov 14 2025

DMV News You Can Use for November 2025

A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson Greetings DC! As we enter the season...

Oct 17 2025

DC DMV ¡Noticias útiles para ti! para Octubre 2025

Un mensaje del Director del DMV, Gabriel Robinson ¡Saludos DC! A medida que los d...

Jun 16 2025

FY 26 DC DMV Budget Oversight Hearing before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Government of the District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles Fiscal Year 2026 Budget...

Feb 10 2025

DC Department of Motor Vehicles Agency Performance Oversight Hearing on Fiscal Years 2024-25

Government of the District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles Agency Performance...

Apr 24 2024

FY 25 DC DMV Budget Oversight Hearing before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Government of the District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles Fiscal Year 2025 Budget...

Feb 16 2024

DC DMV Agency Performance Oversight Hearing on Fiscal Years 2023-24

Government of the District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles Agency Performance...

Mar 28 2023

FY24 DC DMV Budget Oversight Hearing before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Government of the District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles Fiscal Year 2024 Budget...

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...

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