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Department of Motor Vehicles

-In recognition of the New Year's Day holiday, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Regular business hours will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Many of DC DMV's services will be available online or via the agency's free 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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District Residency and Documentation for Vehicle Registrations

Residency and Documentation Requirements to Register Vehicles in the District.

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Driver Education and Testing Information

General information on driver education and testing at the DC DMV.

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Full Reciprocity Plan FAQs

Frequently asked questions about the Full Reciprocity Plan.

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Accepted Forms of Payments

Common methods of payment accepted by the DC DMV.

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Active Duty Military and Foreign Service Residents

Learn more about DL/ID card and vehicle services transactions as a DC resident.

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Admit with an Explanation

Available options to respond to a parking, photo enforcement, or minor moving violation ticket in the District.

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After Buying a Vehicle

Steps to take after purchasing a vehicle.

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Aggressive Driving

How to avoid driving aggressively in the District.

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Beginning Drivers

Learn what you need to know as a new driver in the District.

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Benefits and Features of Trip Permit Registration for Non-Apportioned Vehicles

Learn about the features and benefits of Trip Permit registration for Non-Apportioned Vehicles.

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Booted or Towed Vehicles

What to do if your vehicle is booted or towed.

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Business Services

Learn about doing business with the DC DMV.

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Buying a Vehicle

General guidance on buying a vehicle in the District.

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Buying and Selling a Vehicle

How to buy and sell a vehicle in the District.

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Car Safety Seat Program

#DidYouKnow you can have your child car safety seat inspected and properly installed at DC DMV's Inspection Station? DC DMV offers free inspections during normal operating hours at 1001 Half Street SW, Washington, DC 20024.

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CDL Eligibility and Documentation

Requirements for obtaining a DC DMV CDL.

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CDL Knowledge Tests

Information on taking the CDL Knowledge Test for the appropriate class designation and endorsement.

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CDL Learner Permits

How to get a DC DMV CDL learner permit.

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CDL Road Skills Test Waiver for Military Personnel

CDL road skills test waiver information for military personnel.

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CDL Road Skills Tests

General information on scheduling CDL road tests in the District.

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