Top Closure Information

All DMV locations will be closed on Fridays November 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2009.

Effective until further notice, all Saturday hours have been discontinued.

Top Appointments

Online Appointment Scheduler

California's DMV offers appointments for many driving-related tasks. You can also schedule an appointment by calling (800) 777-0133. We recommend doing it online so that you don't have to wait on hold.

Common reasons to set an appointment include:

• Driving tests (non-commercial)

• Applying for a state ID card or learner's permit

• Obtaining a title or registration

• Getting license plates and stickers

• Applying for moving permits

• Having a salvage/junk vehicle inspection

The state's appointment FAQ page provides a complete list of tasks you may schedule. Just keep in mind that you may only schedule appointments up to 30 days in advance, and that same-day appointments are not available.

Scheduling More Than Three DMV Tasks?

If you're trying to schedule more than three DMV tasks, call (800) 777-0133 to set up the appointments. And, if you're trying to schedule a driving test other than a non-commercial class C or motorcycle test, you must call this number, too.

CA residents may also schedule appointments by calling (800) 921-1117 and using a voice-recognition system. You can't use this number to schedule driving test appointments, however.

Top DMV Hours

California's DMV branch offices are normally open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Top Main DMV Address Information

California Department of Motor Vehicles Mailing Address:

Driver License Inquiries
Department of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 942890
Sacramento, CA 94290-0001

Vehicle Registration Operations
Department of Motor Vehicles
P. O. Box 942869 Mail Station E 254
Sacramento, CA 94269-0001

Driver Licensing & Title/Registration: (800) 777-0133
Web site: Driver Licensing & Title/Registration Contact Page

Top Other DMV-related Information

Commercial Driving Test Offices
If you are applying for a CDL and are ready to take the driving portion of the application, this is where you will be tested behind the wheel.

Driver Safety Offices
To schedule an administrative hearing or a departmental retesting, these offices can assist you; not all DMV field offices offer these services.

DMV Office Closures
Whether you have an appointment or not, you might want to check this list before you drive to the DMV. Current office closures are listed here, whether the closure is due to a planned office remodel or a temporary situation, such as fire or electrical outage.

CA Superior Courts
Talk to the County Clerk to find out how to pay a traffic citation.

Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Automotive Repairs
Find a licensed smog and emissions check facility near you.

California Highway Patrol
Contact the CHP to check out traffic conditions, Amber Alerts, or how to report a dangerous driver.

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