Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

Contact

• Phone: 800-777-0133

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Description

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. Almost all DMV services can be completed online at dmv.ca.gov.

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Services

Apply for a DL, ID or REAL ID

A California driver's license (DL), ID or REAL ID can be used for travel, proof of residency, personal identification, and other legal purposes. It serves as a government-issued photo identification that proves your identity, age, and legal presence in the United States, allowing you to access various services like opening bank accounts, voting, applying for jobs, age restricted purchses, and most importantly, driving a vehicle in California if you choose to get a DL. Start your California drivers license, ID or REAL ID application online, then finish in the DMV office.

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Create a MyDMV Account

Enjoy a faster, easier, more personalized experience when you create and use your MyDMV account. Benefits include managing your vehicle, driver’s license, and ID addresses all in one place, using the "Garage" to see each vehicle’s status, viewing your DL/ID statuses, and managing your communication preferences, including digital notices. Note: you must have a California driver's license or ID to create a MyDMV account.

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DACA and AB60 Driver's License

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients have been authorized to apply for a DL/ID since June 15, 2012, upon presentation of documents issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). AB 60 driver’s licenses are for individuals who are unable to provide proof of legal presence in the United States, but who meet California DMV requirements and are able to provide proof of identity and California residency.

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Get your mDL

Digital. Secure. Convenient. The California mobile driver's license (mDL) is available in your favorite digital wallet - Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, Samsung Wallet, and CA DMV Wallet.

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Register a vehicle

Vehicles, vessels/boats, and motorcycles used on California roadways, waterways, or trailways must be registered in California.

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Renew driver’s license or ID card

Renew your driver’s license and or ID card online before they expire.

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Renew vehicle registration

Renew your vehicle registration online before it expires.

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Report auto fraud

The DMV protects the public by investigating driving school complaints of unlawful activities.

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Transfer vehicle title

Any change of the current registered owner or lienholder (legal owner) of a vehicle or vessel/boat requires transferring the title to the new owner. Transfer of ownership between the seller and the buyer must be started with DMV within 10 days of the sale of the vehicle or boat.

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Update information (address, name, gender)

DMV helps you to ensure your driver’s license (DL) or identification (ID) card accurately reflects your most current personal information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find FAQs about applying for a DL or ID card?

View the full DL/ID FAQ

Where can I find FAQs about getting a REAL ID?

View the full REAL ID FAQ

I'm a teenager. How do I get my driver's license?

View the teen driver application process

I'm having trouble with MyDMV account creation or login.

View technical support FAQs

How do I apply for an AB 60 driver's license?

View the AB 60 application process 

Where can I use the California mDL?

The mDL can be used for identity verification at TSA, select retail, select websites, and select travel experiences. See where to use the mDL.

Where can I find more FAQs regarding driver's license renewal?

Visit the full FAQ

I'm a senior aged 70+ and my DL is up for renewal. Do I need to visit a DMV office?

Seniors age 70+ need to visit the office. View the 70+ senior renewal process.

Where can I find more FAQs regarding vehicle registration renewal with CA DMV?

Visit the full FAQ.

I have questions about title and transfer requirements.

View the FAQ and get help from the Title Transfer Assistant on the Title Transfer page.

Where can I find more information regarding changing my address, name, or gender on a DL/ID card?

Visit the Driver’s License or ID Card Updates page.