Los Angeles DMV — all offices, hours & appointments
The city of Los Angeles has several DMV field offices, from Downtown to the northeast and the Valley. This hub compares them side by side so you can pick the closest one — or the one with the shortest wait — for your visit.
All Los Angeles DMVs — side by side
Downtown & USC area — full services including the motorcycle skills test
Northeast LA — shorter waits; standard license & registration services
Los Angeles DMV services & appointments
- Renew a license or registration
- Change your address
- Pay registration fees & request replacements
- Order a driving record
- Book an appointment — walk-ins wait longest
- Bring original documents (no photocopies)
- Go early in the day, mid-week, mid-month
- Behind-the-wheel drive tests need an appointment
Which Los Angeles DMV should I visit?
Los Angeles DMV map
When to go
Typical wait in minutes by day and hour. Patterns, not live data — check an office page for the current wait.
Sat* Most Los Angeles offices are closed Saturdays; the few with weekend hours open mornings only and book up fast.
Visiting a Los Angeles DMV
On-site lots are small and fill early at the Downtown offices; metered street parking and nearby pay garages are your backup.
Several LA offices sit near Metro rail or major bus lines — taking transit often beats circling for a parking spot.
LA offices serve dozens of languages, and free interpreter services are available on request.
All Los Angeles field offices are wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking and lowered service counters.
Bring originals — photocopies aren't accepted. For REAL ID, check the document checklist before you go.
AAA & DMV Now kiosks
Members and self-service options that can save a trip to the field office.
AAA members can complete many registration tasks — renewals, titles, and placards — at a branch.
Self-service kiosks at participating grocery and retail locations handle registration renewals and replacement stickers in minutes — no appointment needed.
Find a kiosk near you →Common Los Angeles resident transactions
Key DMV deadlines after a move, purchase, or life change.
Register your vehicle within 20 days and get a California license within 10 days of becoming a resident. New resident guide →
Transfer the title within 10 days of purchase to avoid late transfer penalties. Title transfer →
Renew on or before your birthday; most renewals can be done online if you're eligible. Renew online →
Report your new address within 10 days — it's free and available online. Change address →
Request a replacement online or at any office; bring proof of identity. Replace a license →