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 * State of California
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 * REAL ID
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 * Vehicle Registration
   
   
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     TRANSFER TITLE
     
      * Transfer Title
     
     
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      * Register Vehicle/Boat
     
     
     CHECK REGISTRATION STATUS
     
      * Check Registration Status
     
     
     REINSTATE REGISTRATION
     
      * Reinstate Registration
     
     
     REQUEST VEHICLE RECORD
     
      * Request Vehicle Record
     
     
     ORDER REPLACEMENT REG CARD
     
      * Order Replacement Reg Card
     
     
     LICENSE PLATES AND DECALS
     
      * License Plates and Decals
     
     
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     CALCULATE FEES
     
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      * Transfer, Replace, or Change Title To prove vehicle ownership, it’s
        important to have a valid, up-to-date, and accurate Certificate of
        Title.
 * Driver's License & ID Cards
   
   
   * APPLY FOR A NEW DL/ID
     
      * Apply for a DL/ID
     
     
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     COMMERCIAL DRIVERS
     
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     REQUEST DRIVING RECORD
     
      * Request Driving Record
     
     
     ORDER REPLACEMENT DL
     
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     CHECK DL/ID STATUS
     
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     TEEN DRIVERS
     
      * Teen Drivers
     
     
     SENIOR DRIVERS
     
      * Senior Drivers
     
     
     NEW TO CALIFORNIA
     
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 * Vehicle Industry Services
   
   
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      * Employer Pull Notice Program
     
     
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      * Business Partner Program
     
     
     VEHICLE & OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING INDUSTRY NEWS MEMOS
     
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     VEHICLE INDUSTRY SERVICES RESOURCES & LINKS
     
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      * Apply for a Motor Carrier Permit Renew, reinstate, or apply for a motor
        carrier permit.
 * Driver Education & Safety
   
   
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     ONLINE TESTING
     
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     SAMPLE DRIVER’S LICENSE TESTS
     
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     MOBILE TESTBUDDY APP
     
      * TestBuddy
     
     
     EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
     
      * Educational Materials
     
     
     DRIVER SAFETY
     
      * Driver Safety
     
     
     SAFETY GUIDELINES & ACTIONS
     
      * Safety Guidelines & Actions
     
     
     MEDICAL CONDITIONS & DRIVING
     
      * Medical Conditions and Driving
     
     
     QUICK LINKS
     
      * Choose the Best Test Option Find out the difference between eLearning
        and online knowledge testing.
 * Appointments
 * Locations


NOW ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE

• Renew Vehicle Registration
• Renew Driver's License/ID Card
• Request Driver Record
• Request Vehicle Record
• Replace Driver's License

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AND SO IS MY
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DMV ANYTIME

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office.


ONLINE SERVICES

Most DMV business can be started and completed online, saving you time and
money.

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SENIOR DRIVERS

Seniors can find helpful information about DMV services, including driver’s
license renewal.

Learn more
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TEEN DRIVERS

Aged 15 to 17-1/2? Discover the path from learner’s permit to licensed driver
and beyond.

Start your journey
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REGISTRATION RENEWAL

Renew your vehicle registration online from the convenience of wherever you are.

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THE NEW MYDMV

We’re making great changes to give you a fast, easy, personalized DMV
experience.

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GO PAPERLESS

Save paper and go green! Get your DL/ID card and vehicle registration renewal
notices electronically.

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DID YOU KNOW?

In addition to DMV online services and DMV offices, business partner locations
and DMV Kiosks can provide registration services, renewals, and more.


PARTNER LOCATIONS

Businesses authorized by DMV to handle certain registration services (renewals,
plates and stickers, reports of sale, title transfers, etc.), often with much
shorter wait times (if any!).

Find a DMV partner near you


DMV KIOSKS

Convenient self-service touchscreen machines in select DMV field offices and
retail locations available for registration and driver’s license transactions.

Find a kiosk near you


OUR CUSTOMERS SAY…


ONLINE



“As a disabled person, it’s really important if there is a way to accomplish a
task without visiting the office. CA DMV did a great job on that. I’ve been
deeply satisfied with this site. It’s perfect.“


OVER THE PHONE



“The automated callback system that tells you when to expect the call is
excellent. The agent took the time to not just answer my questions but really
resolve the issue.“


IN PERSON



“I got in line via the website and by the time I drove to the DMV and parked my
car, they called my number. I was in and out in minutes.“




DRIVER GUIDES

The California Driver Handbook has all you need to know about the rules of the
road, but what about the more practical considerations of everyday driving? Our
specialized Driving Guides can help.


NEW TO CALIFORNIA

Welcome to California! Learn how long you have to register an out-of-state
vehicle, what you’ll need to get a California license, how to register to vote
through the DMV, and more.

View the New to California guide


TEEN DRIVERS

A guide for teens (and parents!) about the ins and outs of getting a license for
the first time and becoming a smart and safe driver for life.

View the Teen Driver Tips guide


SENIOR DRIVERS

Build on your strengths and review the rules of the road so you can continue to
drive safely for as long as possible.

View the Senior Drivers guide


PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Learn more about modifications, adaptive equipment, medical issues, and warning
signs so you can drive with confidence.

View the People With Disabilities guide


VETERANS & ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY

Find out how the DMV can help connect eligible veterans and active duty military
with entitled benefits and services.

View the Veterans & Active Military guide


MOTORCYCLISTS

Refine your skills and sharpen your focus so you’re ready to hit the road on a
motorcycle or moped.

View the Motorcyclists guide


TRUCK DRIVERS

Prepare for the road with safety checks so you can identify hazards and get to
know your rig.

View the Truck Drivers guide


BOAT & VESSEL OWNERS

Register your vessel, navigate a sale, and learn about water safety so you’re
ready to set sail.

View the Boat & Vessel Owners guide


BICYCLISTS & PEDESTRIANS

Prepare yourself to share the road by practicing proper safety, handling
techniques, and more.

View the Bicyclists & Pedestrians guide

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