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-In recognition of the Christmas holiday, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Wednesday, December 25. Regular business hours will resume on Thursday, December 26. Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's mobile app.

 

-We are experiencing a system error that is causing duplicate refund checks to be issued to some DMV customers erroneously. If you have been affected by the glitch, to quickly resolve this matter please deposit or cash one check and destroy the other. If you attempt to cash the second check, it will not be honored by the bank.
We apologize to all DMV customers for the inconvenience as we diligently work to rectify this issue.

 

-DC DMV will no longer prevent DC residents from applying for a new or renewed driver license because of failing to meet the requirements of the Clean Hands Law.

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Convert an Out-of-State Motorcycle License or Endorsement

If you have a valid out-of-state motorcycle license or a valid out-of-state license with a motorcycle endorsement you may convert it to a DC DMV REAL ID license with a motorcycle endorsement.

To convert your out-of-state motorcycle license or out-of-state license with a motorcycle endorsement, you may visit any DC DMV service center.  More information on DC DMV service centers is available at the link below:

You must:

  • Complete the DC DMV driver license application, available at the link below:
  • Driver License or Identification Card Application
  • Be clear of all outstanding debts to the District of Columbia
  • Visit a DC DMV service center and provide the following original documents (DC DMV cannot accept photocopies or scanned documents):
    • Driver License Application
    • Valid out-of-state motorcycle license or driver license with a motorcycle endorsement
    • NOTE: If your out-of-state motorcycle license or operator's permit has been lost or stolen, you must provide a certified driving record, issued within 30 calendar days, from the issuing jurisdiction.
    • Proofs of identity, Social Security number, and residency. More information on each is available at the links below:
  • REAL ID Proof of Identity
  • REAL ID Proof of Social Security Number
  • Proof of Current District of Columbia Residency (2 required)
  • Take and pass the vision test
  • Take a photograph (DC law and policy requires a full frontal digital photo that shows either your ears or up to the hairline without exposing your hair)
  • Pay the appropriate fees. More information on DC DMV fees is available at the link below:
  • DC DMV Fees
  • Surrender your out-of-state license
  • Obtain your DC REAL ID driver license with motorcycle endorsement
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