California Driver Handbook

DMV INFORMATION

DMV offices are open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday. A few offices offer only driver license or vehicle registration services. Go online or call the toll-free number below to find the office locations and service options of an office near you.

Go online at: www.dmv.ca.gov for:

• Field Office locations, hours, directions, and phone numbers
• Making Appointment(s) (except for commercial driving tests)
• Ordering personalized plates
• Driver license and identification card information
• Vehicle/vessel registration information
• Downloadable forms
• Publications-handbooks, brochures, and sample tests
• Senior driver information
• Teen driver information
• Links to other state and federal agencies
• Renew your driver license or vehicle registration with the Renewal Identification Number (RIN) provided on your renewal notice

• Call 1-800-777-0133 during normal business hours to:
  • Get driver license and vehicle registration information, forms, and publications.
  • Find office locations and hours.
  • Make a driving test appointment.
  • Speak to a DMV representative.
• Call 1-800-777-0133 for automated service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to:
  • Access DMV’s voice recognition system.
  • Renew your vehicle registration with the Renewal Identification Number provided on your billing notice and pay with a credit card.
  • Make an office appointment.

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