California DMV California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - apply for a REAL ID, register a vehicle, renew a driver's license, and more Scam Alert: People are getting fake text messages and seeing social media ads with links that pretend to be from the DMV asking them to take action The DMV will never ask for personal or financial information by text
Online Services Portal - California DMV DMV authorizes companies such as dealers and registration services to process vehicle-related registration and title services They are NOT owned or operated by any government agency They are permitted to charge a service fee for the registration and title services they provide to their customers
Drivers Licenses Identification Cards - California DMV When interacting with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Virtual Assistant, please do not include any personal information When your chat is over, you can save the transcript Before you can get a California driver’s license of any kind, you will need to pass knowledge and driving tests Here are resources to help you prepare
Schedule an Appointment - California DMV The DMV office does not provide services for vehicle registration renewal (with no changes), driver’s license ID Card renewal (with no in-office requirements), driver and vehicle records, or replacement driver’s licenses These services must be done online, at a DMV kiosk, with a DMV business partner, or by mail
Vehicle Registration - California DMV The DMV is unable to guarantee the accuracy of any translation provided by the third-party vendors and is therefore not liable for any inaccurate information or changes in the formatting of the content resulting from the use of the translation service If you need to register a vehicle for use on California roadways, waterways, or trailways
DMV Service Locations and Offices - California DMV When interacting with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Virtual Assistant, please do not include any personal information When your chat is over, you can save the transcript State of California State of California Department of Motor Vehicles Menu Search to find a office, self-service kiosk, and community partners Submit search form
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) | CA. gov - California State Portal The California Department of Motor Vehicles proudly serves the public by licensing drivers, registering vehicles, securing identities, and regulating the motor vehicle industry in pursuit of public safety Our vision is to deliver an outstanding experience to all our customers, powered by our people and technology
DMV Services - California DMV Office Appointments at dmv ca gov make-an-appointment Visit dmv ca gov online to find many other online services Kiosk Services Visit dmv ca gov kiosks to find kiosk services and locations Phone Services Call 1-800-777-0133: During normal business hours: Talk to a DMV representative Automated 24 7 Phone Services: Renew your vehicle
Online Appointment Scheduler | CA. gov - California State Portal DMV offices do not provide services for vehicle registration renewal (with no changes), driver’s license ID Card renewal (with no in-office requirements), driver’s license and vehicle records, or replacement driver’s licenses These services must be done online, at a DMV kiosk, with a DMV business partner, or by mail Use the “Get in Line” option (when available) for same day visits
DMV Launches Online Renewal for Commercial Driver’s Licenses Contact: Office of Public Affairs 2415 First Avenue Sacramento, CA 95818 (916) 657–6437 | dmvpublicaffairs@dmv ca gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2025 What you need to know: Eligible commercial driver’s license holders can now renew online up to 120 days before the renewal date Sacramento — As part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s commitment to making state services more effective and