California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - apply for a REAL ID, register a vehicle, renew a driver's license, and more.

DMV offers a variety of Online Services that make your DMV business easy and efficient.

Driver's Licenses You need a valid California driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Learn more about the types of driver’s licenses and how to apply.

New Registration If you need to register a vehicle for use on California roadways, waterways, or trailways, you’ve come to the right place to find out all you need to know.

Are you eligible for self-service renewal? If any of the following scenarios are true for you, you cannot renew using this system; please use DMV’s assisted online renewal system instead.

You need a valid California DL to operate a motor vehicle. Learn about the types of DLs offered and the requirements for applying for one. You can start your application for a DL online and finish the process at a DMV office. There’s an application …

Renew at a DMV office Select this option if you have either a: Standard driver’s license/ID or REAL ID driver’s license/ID and received a notice to renew at a DMV office. You can start the renewal online and save time at your office visit. Are you over age 70? Review the Guide to Driver’s License Renewal for 70+.

Get your driver’s license and identification card renewal notices electronically. Log in to or create a DMV account to sign up today.

Application for Title or Registration/Verification of Vehicle (REG 343)Do you need a DMV form?

Do you need to visit the DMV? Most DMV services are available online. Only visit a DMV office for the services below.