Virginia DMV Locations

For license and vehicle related issues, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles has locations throughout the state to assist you with your needs. Virginia DMV hours vary by location, but most have standard hours of 8am to 5pm, or 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday. We recommend using the contact information below to call your local office in advance of making a trip to ensure that the location is open for business. Payment options available at most locations include cash, check, credit and debit cards, as well as money orders.

While we make every effort to ensure that our data is of the highest quality and up-to-date, occasionally mistakes may appear in the map below.  If you find something you believe needs to be corrected, please contact us and we will update the map accordingly.

If for some reason the map is not working for you or if you prefer to have a text search feature, we have also included this simple table listing of all Virginia DMV locations.  This table lists the exact same information in the map but in a more searchable format.

More About The Virginia DMV

Virginia DMV Online Services

To save time you may wish to use Virginia DMV services online. MyDMV is the online service portal that allows you to perform many common DMV services from the comfort of your home. These include:

• Vehicle and license registration and renewal
• ID card replacement
• Real ID
• Title replacement
• Plate purchase
• Plate deactivation
• Registration card replacement
• Driving record request
• Name/sex designation/address change
• Replace a social security card
• Releasing of liens

For a streamlined experience, you can also make an appointment online.

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicle Services

While the online service portal for the Virginia DMV offers a wide range of services, there are some situations that require you to visit a local DMV office. For example, you may have to visit an office when renewing your license for a new ID photo.

In addition to the services listed above, the Virginia DMV also offers license, ID and permit applications, commercial driver’s licenses, farm vehicle registration, emissions inspections, license plate surrender, and much more. You can see the full suite of services on the Virginia DMV website here.  

Prior to making the trip, it’s recommended that you print and complete any required forms. You can find a full list of forms here.

Virginia Department of State Contact Information

Need the Virginia DMV phone number or mailing address? We’ve got you covered. You can contact the main office using the mailing address, email, or phone number below. 

By mail:
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 27412
Richmond, VA 23269

By phone:
(804) 497-7100

By email:
https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/dmv-contactus/#/

Prepare To Earn Your Virginia Driver’s License

Getting ready to take the Virginia driver’s permit or driver’s license exam? This site provides free resources to help you prepare to pass the test on your first try. We also have practice tests for commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and motorcycle riders. To utilize these free resources, just follow the links.

• Virginia driver’s license and permit practice tests
• Virginia CDL practice test
• Virginia motorcycle license practice test

Virginia DMV FAQ

Yes, the Virginia DMV does allow for scheduling an appointment online. You can schedule up to 90 days in advance of your appointment at your local DMV customer service center.

The Virginia DMV will notify you before your license expires. If you are eligible for online renewal, it will be mentioned within the notification. Certain people may not be eligible for online renewal, such as citizens over the age of 75.

To renew your Virginia driver’s license or state ID card you will need an official government-issued ID such as a social security card or passport.

You May Also Be Interested In:

• Virginia Practice Driver’s Test
• Virginia Motorcycle Test
• Virginia CDL Test
• Virginia Drivers Manual
• How to apply for a driver’s license in Virginia
• Explaining driving points and violations in Virginia