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-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.

-In recognition of the Independence Day holiday, DC DMV locations will be closed on Friday, July 4. Regular business hours will resume on Saturday, July 5. Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's free mobile app.

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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'.

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

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!

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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

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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.

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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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...

May 23 2025

Modified District Government Services for Memorial Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, May 26, District Government will observe the Memorial Day...

Apr 11 2025

Modified District Government Services for DC Emancipation Day

(Washington, DC) – On Wednesday April 16, District Government will observe the DC...

Feb 14 2025

Modified District Government Services for Presidents Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, February 17, District Government will observe the...

Jun 18 2025

DMV News You Can Use for June 2025

A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson The summer travel season is upon us! With...

May 15 2025

DMV News You Can Use for May 2025

A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson It's a wonderful time of year to be...

Apr 15 2025

DMV News You Can Use for April 2025

A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson It's a wonderful time of year to be...

Mar 13 2025

DMV News You Can Use for March 2025

A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson Spring is just around the corner here in...

Feb 14 2025

DMV News You Can Use for February 2025

A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson Black History is one of the reasons we...

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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Phone: (202) 737-4404
TTY: 711

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DMV News You Can Use for June 2025

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Wed, 06/18/2025

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