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.

AB 60 driver’s licenses are for individuals who are unable to provide proof of legal presence in the United States (U.S.), but who meet California DMV requirements and are able to provide proof of identity and California residency.

If you already have a California REAL ID driver’s license, you can renew it in person at a DMV office, by mail, or online. It is illegal to drive with an expired REAL ID DL and you can be cited. There are no late fees to renew a DL that has already expired.

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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. Learn about new vehicle registrations

The online driver's license and ID card application saves you time by letting you complete the application before visiting a DMV field office. Due to scheduled maintenance, DMV online services are temporarily unavailable.

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?

Gather the required documents to show DMV. If you want a REAL ID as your updated DL/ID, you will need to provide 1.) proof of identity, 2.) Social Security Number, and 3.) two proofs of California residency. See acceptable REAL ID documents list. …

Standard California license plates verify registration and help identify passenger vehicles, commercial motor vehicles, motorcycles, permanent trailers, trailer coaches, and park trailers. Standard license plates are issued when you: Buy a new vehicle. Replace lost, stolen, or damaged plates. Surrender special interest license plates.