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One Driver, One Record, One Credential

Joining over 40 jurisdictions participating in the State-to-State (S2S) Verification Service, DC DMV is now able to electronically verify whether an applicant holds a DL or ID in any other participating state. Learn more...

New Temporary Registration and Tags Design

In efforts to eliminate vehicle registration fraud, DC DMV has released newly designed temporary vehicle registration tags. The new design includes the DC flag, with a Washington, DC heading and the DMV logo. Learn more...

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

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

Virtual Hearings

DC DMV has expanded its virtual hearing pilot to include parking and photo enforcement tickets. Virtual hearings are now available for parking, photo, minor moving violations, permit suspensions, revocations and reinstatement hearings.

New Look, New Security, Same You!

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

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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...

Featured Services

Active Duty Military and Foreign Service Residents

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

DC DMV at Your Fingertips

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Knowledge Tests

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

Are You New to the District?

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

Pay Tickets

Pay parking and photo enforcement tickets online.

Residential Parking Permits

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

Latest

Sep 30 2024

DC Department of Motor Vehicles Joins State-to-State to Increase Driver License Cross Verification

S2S enables a state to send a request to another state to surrender or invalidate a credential.

Sep 30 2024

DC DMV Redesigns Temporary Tags to Mitigate Fraud

The new tags will be available at all DC DMV service center locations beginning September 30.

Aug 28 2024

Modified District Government Services for Labor Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, September 2, the District Government will observe the Labor Day...

Jul 30 2024

Mayor Bowser Announces Organizational Changes within DC Government

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a series of organizational changes within...

Jun 18 2024

Modified District Government Services for Juneteenth

(Washington, DC) – On Wednesday, June 19, District Government will observe Juneteenth. While some...

Sep 17 2024

DMV News You Can Use for September 2024

DC DMV to host Job Prep Workshops to promote career readiness

Aug 15 2024

DMV News You Can Use for August 2024

Impaired driving penalties include mandatory program with costly fees

Jul 22 2024

DMV News You Can Use for July 2024

DC DMV Ignition Interlock Device Program Reminds Residents to Drive Sober This Summer

Jun 14 2024

DMV News You Can Use for June 2024

DC DMV hosts Permit Prep Bootcamp for young adults

May 14 2024

DMV News You Can Use for May 2024

Inspection Station to transition to spring/summer hours on Thursday, June 4.

Apr 24 2024

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

#TeamDMV continues to provide outstanding customer service to District residents.

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 Oversight...

Mar 28 2023

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

FY24 DC DMV Budget Hearing Testimony

Jan 31 2023

DC DMV Agency Performance Oversight Hearing on Fiscal Years 2022-23

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

Mar 22 2022

FY23 DC DMV Budget Oversight Hearing before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

FY23 DC DMV Budget Hearing Testimony

Aug 27 2012

DMV Inspection Station Winter Hours

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

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...

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

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Register for DC DMV's Job Prep Workshop

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DC DMV Job Prep Workshop

DC DMV will host two Job Prep Workshops for District residents on Thursday, September 19 and Saturday, September 21. The two sessions will take place from 6-8 pm at the DMV's Southwest Service Center at 95 M Street SW.