Vehicles registered in the District are required by law to display DC DMV-issued vehicle tags. The tags are issued at the time of vehicle registration. Customers can select from a variety of vehicle tag styles.
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Department of Motor Vehicles
Due to inclement weather conditions, all DC DMV locations will be open to the public at 10:15 a.m., on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's free mobile app.