How do I get an appointment at the Nevada DMV? If you are a new resident of Nevada, you may need to consider some of the processes and paperwork necessary to keep your vehicle’s documents in order, as well as the driver’s documents in order.
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is the office in charge of processing driver’s license, vehicle and related paperwork in the state of Nevada.
You can schedule an appointment DMV Nevada Online, by phone or in person at an office near you.
Request an appointment at DMV Nevada
- Log in from DMV Nevada at https://dmvnv.com/nvdl.htm.
- Choose from Online Services, Driver’s License/ID, vehicle registration, license plates and forms.
- You can schedule an appointment, exam, renew your license, ID card, request a duplicate, make changes or payments.
- However, you can also check hours of operation and access phone numbers.
- Some Nevada DMV offices will be able to assist you in person, others from telephone services.
At DMV Nevada, an appointment-only reservation system has been implemented for certain required in-person transactions that cannot be completed online, by phone or by mail.
Best times to visit the Nevada DMV
Here are some tips on the best times to visit the Nevada DMV.
- Afternoons tend to be busier than mornings
- The middle of the week tends to have shorter waits than Monday and Friday
- The Nevada DMV office starts the lunch break around noon, which leaves fewer employees. Try to avoid the lunch hour if possible.
- Make sure you have enough time to finish your paperwork, especially if you are getting a permit or taking a road test.
What to do at DMV Nevada
DMV Nevada is adding more and more online services so you can get things done without having to visit a physical office for an appointment. You can renew your vehicle registration, replace your license and more online.
Here are some of the services you will be able to perform at DMV Nevada online appointments.
Driver’s License
- Change of address online
- Duplicate license or ID
- Real ID Nevada
- Driver’s license renewal
- ID Card Renewal
- Scheduling test drives
- Learner drivers 18 years of age or older
- Motorcycle License
- Change name and/or license information
- New residents from other states
Vehicle registration
- Online Renewal
- Renewal
- Vehicle registration requirements
- Selling a Vehicle
- New Resident Registration
- Former Residents
- Issuance of registration
- Vehicle Insurance Registration
In addition to various online services, license plates, registration and forms.
Real ID in Nevada
Under the Real ID Act of 2005, minimum security standards are established for issuing and producing licenses and identification cards in all states.
As of May 3, 2023, all persons will be required to carry a REAL ID license to access certain federal buildings, enter nuclear facilities and board commercial flights within the United States.
Nevada Real ID Requirements
- To obtain your Nevada Real ID, you can renew your license or identification card online for the new Real ID.
- If you have not previously been issued a Nevada driver’s license or ID, go to a Nevada DMV office.
- To apply for a REAL ID card, you must present an identity document that includes your date of birth and your full real name (Passport, birth certificate, green card, receipts).
- Schedule an appointment at a DMV service center to obtain your Nevada REAL ID.
Steps to obtain your Real ID
- Gather the documents you will need to apply for your REAL ID.
- Complete the online application and upload your documents.
- Be sure to save your confirmation code.
- Go to a DMV office, keeping in mind the estimated service time.
- Take your application confirmation code with you and process your Real ID in Nevada.
Cost of the Real ID
If you are only getting your Real ID for a business license, it will cost you $9.25. If you are applying for an ID card or business license, the cost is $13.25.
If you make other changes, such as changes to your license or ID information, name or address, you may not be charged for processing your Real ID.
What to Bring to Your Nevada DMV Appointment
If you are applying for a driver’s license or travel ID (a REAL ID-compliant license or ID) in Nevada, you will need to bring some documents with you to your Nevada DMV appointment. If you have all of your documents with you, your visit will go faster and smoother. Documents include:
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence, such as a passport or birth certificate
- Proof of social security number, such as a social security card or W-2 form
- Two documents proving your Nevada residency, such as a utility bill or lease.
All documents must be originals and stamped if necessary. If you already sent some documents when you applied for your appointment online, depending on the procedure to be performed, you will need to bring mainly an identification card or your driver’s license.