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San Francisco County DMV offices
Last updated May 13, 2026
San Francisco is a combined city and county, so its DMV offices all sit within city limits. This hub covers each office with current wait times, plus registration, smog, and transit tips specific to San Francisco.
At a glance 8 metrics
Offices
2
Cities served
1
City = county
Avg wait
44 min
Busiest day
Monday
Quietest day
Wednesday
Saturday offices
0
Smog area
Enhanced
Use tax
8.625%
Offices
DMV offices in San Francisco County
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About San Francisco County DMV services
Region San Francisco Bay Area
DMV offices 2
County seat San Francisco
Population 808,988
Registered vehicles 470,000
Smog area Enhanced
Use/sales tax 8.625%
Busiest Mondays
Quietest Wednesday mornings
AAA branches 3
DMV Now kiosks 12
Smog check — Enhanced area
- Most gas vehicles need a smog check every two years and on change of ownership.
- Vehicles 8 model-years old or newer are generally exempt (a smog abatement fee applies instead).
- San Francisco County's Enhanced status means tests must be done at a STAR-certified station.
Registration
San Francisco County registration fees
County-specific charges on top of the statewide schedule.
County chargeAmountSet by
County / district fee $4 County
Local use/sales taxof the purchase price 8.625% County
Total — new vehicle
≈ $2,560 on a $25,000 vehicle
Total — annual renewal
≈ $330 per year
More services
Other San Francisco County services
Court-related transactions
Failure-to-appear holds, DUI, and license suspensions are handled through the county court, not the DMV.
Suspended license guide →Disabled parking placards
Disabled person (DP) and disabled veteran (DV) placards are issued by the DMV with form DL D 44 plus medical certification.
How to apply →AAA & business partners
3 AAA branches (members only) and 12 DMV Now self-service kiosks handle many renewals, titles, and placards.
Find a kiosk → Sponsored
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Frequently asked questions
How many DMV offices are in San Francisco?
San Francisco's main field office is on Fell Street, which handles the full range of services. When it's fully booked, nearby Daly City and Oakland offices are good alternatives.
Is parking hard at the San Francisco DMV?
On-site parking is limited and fills early. Transit is often faster — several Muni lines stop near the Fell Street office.
Sources. California DMV — Find an office
Last verified May 13, 2026 · office data re-checked weekly.