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By the DMVCA editorial staff · 184 field offices · 280+ kiosks indexed
California has more than 180 DMV field offices across all 58 counties, plus 280+ self-service DMV Now kiosks and 100+ AAA partner branches. Whether you need a REAL ID, a new license, or to register a vehicle, start here: search by ZIP or city, filter by the service you need, and compare current wait times before you go. Many tasks can also be done online without a visit at all.
Office data last verified May 13, 2026 · we re-check wait times and hours weekly
Three kinds of location
What kind of DMV location do you need?
~180
Field offices
Full-service DMV offices for licenses, ID cards, registration, REAL ID, and behind-the-wheel tests. Appointments strongly recommended.
Statewide · all services
~280
DMV Now kiosks
Self-service kiosks at grocery and retail stores for registration renewals and replacement stickers — printed on the spot, no appointment.
Renewals · in minutes
100+
AAA partners
AAA branches handle many registration tasks — renewals, titles, and placards — for members, often with much shorter waits.
Members · select transactions
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Field office DMV Now kiosk AAA partner
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Field office 63 MIN
El Monte DMV
REAL IDMotorcycleCDL +1 more
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Field office 41 MIN
Long Beach DMV
REAL IDDrive testSaturday
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Field office 52 MIN
Los Angeles DMV — Hope Street
REAL IDMotorcycleDrive test
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Field office 31 MIN
Los Angeles DMV — Lincoln Park
REAL IDDrive test
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Field office 27 MIN
Pasadena DMV
REAL IDMotorcycleDrive test +1 more
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Field office 44 MIN
San Francisco DMV — Fell Street
REAL IDMotorcycleDrive test +1 more
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Try filtering by: REAL IDDrive testOpen SaturdaySpanishField office
6 featured offices
Field office 63 MIN
El Monte DMV
REAL IDMotorcycleCDL +1 more
View details
Field office 41 MIN
Long Beach DMV
REAL IDDrive testSaturday
View details
Field office 52 MIN
Los Angeles DMV — Hope Street
REAL IDMotorcycleDrive test
View details
Field office 31 MIN
Los Angeles DMV — Lincoln Park
REAL IDDrive test
View details
Field office 27 MIN
Pasadena DMV
REAL IDMotorcycleDrive test +1 more
View details
Field office 44 MIN
San Francisco DMV — Fell Street
REAL IDMotorcycleDrive test +1 more
View details
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find the closest DMV office?
Enter your ZIP code, city, or address in the search above, or browse by region, county, or city. You can filter by service, hours, and accessibility to narrow results.
Do I need an appointment?
Appointments are strongly recommended at field offices — walk-ins face the longest waits, especially mid-month and on Mondays. Some transactions can be done online or at a kiosk with no appointment.
What's the difference between a field office and a DMV Now kiosk?
Field offices handle the full range of services including licenses and tests. DMV Now kiosks are self-service machines for registration renewals and replacement stickers only.
Which offices are open on Saturday?
A limited number of offices offer Saturday hours. Use the "Open Saturday" filter or the featured "Open Saturdays" list to find one near you.
Where can I get a REAL ID?
Every California field office issues REAL ID. Bring the required identity, Social Security, and residency documents — check our REAL ID checklist before you go.
Can AAA handle DMV transactions?
AAA members can complete many registration tasks — renewals, titles, and placards — at a branch, often with shorter waits than a field office.
How accurate are the wait times shown here?
Typical wait times are based on recent DMV data and are re-checked weekly. Live waits vary by day and hour; mornings and mid-week are usually quietest.
Can I do anything without visiting an office at all?
Yes — license and registration renewals, change of address, and fee payments can be completed online at dmv.ca.gov. First-time licenses, REAL ID, and drive tests require an in-person visit.
What should I bring to my visit?
Bring original identity and residency documents (no photocopies), your current license or ID if renewing, and any fees due. The exact list depends on your transaction.
Are DMV offices wheelchair accessible?
All California field offices are wheelchair accessible with accessible parking and service counters. Use the "Wheelchair" filter to confirm accessibility details per office.
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Sources & verification
- California DMV — Find an office
- California DMV — Office wait times
- California DMV — DMV Now kiosks
- AAA — DMV services at AAA
Office data last verified May 13, 2026 · we re-check wait times and hours weekly.