Address: 9338 S, Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90605, USA
Opening hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8AM–5PM
Tuesday: 8AM–5PM
Wednesday: 9AM–5PM
Thursday: 8AM–5PM
Friday: 8AM–5PM
Saturday: Closed
Reviews
Cecilia Ybarra
Aug 2, 2022
August 2. 2022 I phoned DMV Whittier. Automatic recording gave a choice to stay on line for the next available agent or for a call back agent and it noted the time I would have received the call and I answered the call on that exact time. Rachel was her name and she patiently answered all my question very politely. Rachel you are very courteous. Thank you.
Maria Huitron
Jun 20, 2022
I totally appreciated how expeditiously I was serviced. I had been told it would take hours but I was out in less than 55 minutes. Thank you for such great and professionalism. I do, however, recommend one thing... Staff are encouraged to place a smile on their face to make us feel comfortable. Thank you.
Samantha Nguyen
Feb 10, 2022
I was super skeptical reading all the reviews for this DMV, but boy was a blown away by the speed, quality, and level of customer service this DMV provides. From the 1st person to the 4th person i interacted with, everyone was so helpful, friendly, and appeared to like their job! I came a bit early for my appointment, they got me in no problem and I was done 10 minutes later. SHOCKED - never did i think this was possible at a CA DMV.
Thank you!
Shuhai Zhou
Jul 8, 2021
After my two visits in the Whittier DMV branch( Feb 5, July 8 2021), I have to write a review to admire this great location. It is the best role model of DMV service in term of the prepares organized operation and effectiveness.
The official open time is 8 am , This branch location staffs of more than 5 specialized already prepare for the operation at 7 am . They consult each individual of reason for the visit , give forms and required documents needed to be finish fast and even stand in line waiting for you to get the missing documents . They even provide tools to remove license plate from my car. The total visits are the fastest among all the DMV I visited . The total waiting time is less than two hours. I arrived too early , it no need to arrive that early .
The recently visit is in the morning , around 10 am and there is no waiting lines , the front desk staffs assigns me a paper , direct me to the computer application to update my drive licsense address . The waiting is short and the total process is less than 20 mins . The clerks I encountered are friendly and professional . I saved this location in my favorite lists , I will not mind to drive extra miles to do business in this DMV location .
Yes. If you need driver's license, ID card, or change of address, go here first: eDLapp.DMV.ca.gov and complete an electronic application. This will get you in much quicker.
You may go without an appointment just make sure you arrive early. Also, make sure you bring two proof of residence such as insurance or utility bills. If you are going to apply for the Real ID you will also need two proofs of identification such as Passport, SS card and/or birth certificate.
If you've never had at least an id then you will need to have your birth certificate or passport and at least one proof of address. You don't need to have your social but you will need to at least know the number. If you're under 17 1/2 you also need to have the drivers ed certificate
If I pay for my tags at the chaos will it give me my tags or do I still have to go inside
Cynthia Luevano | Dec 22, 2021
Andrew Guerrero | Dec 22, 2021
The kiosk machine is located inside of the building but you don't have to wait in line. Just ask one of the employees at the like that you just need to use the kiosk machine and they will let you in. It will give you your tags there as long as the vehicle does not require a smog test or the vehicle has passed the smog test required
You can also pay for them if you still need to do the smog test (to avoid late fees) and once the smog technician has passed the vehicle and sent the information to the DMV your tags will then arrive in the mail.
HOW CAN MY SON RENEW HIS DRIVERS PERMIT?
MARISOL DE LA CRUZ | Aug 19, 2021
Jeremy L | Aug 19, 2021
You just go down there and tell them what your their for.
My car has been parked in the driveway since 2019 or 2018 I need to register it and get it smog. I tried to go online and pay the registration but it wont let me. Do i need to make a appt and go in and register it?
joe smith | Aug 19, 2021
Miranda Rivera | Aug 19, 2021
You can make an appointment or you could just be a walk-in. Appointments are usually seen first before walkins
I recently move to New house, I would like to report my new adress. What do I have to do?
Young Joon Jun | Aug 19, 2021
Maria James | Aug 19, 2021
You can do it online, log in request change off address screen shot. Or you can go to the DMV ask for a change off address slip and it's a small sticky not size that you put in your wallet or were you keep your ID or drivers license. Hope this helps
What do I need to do if I have an expired license?
Donald G. Hatch | Aug 19, 2021
Maria James | Aug 19, 2021
Fill out an application turn it in.. Doesn't take long. They have it online too.
Can the exam be done in SPANISH?
luis najera (LENL/GAME) | Aug 19, 2021
angel Esparza | Aug 19, 2021
Yes, I will do it in Spanish
You need to make an appointment for the driver's license first time
Rolando Velis | Aug 19, 2021
Luis Casillas | Aug 19, 2021
Hello DMV is working much faster if you only have one question I passed and they serve you very quickly good day
Yes. But be prepared for lines and waits. I arrived yesterday May 3rd, at 11:00am. After an hour in line was given a 2pm appointment, and finally saw the clerk at 2:50pm.
Yes, you can. I had to renew in person and they provided a temporary paper license at the time. I'd think there would be something similar you could print out from the online renewal.
Worst case scenario, print out the confirmation that you submitted your renewal.
Also, carry your expired license as well.
FWIW, my license arrived in the mail pretty quickly...less than two weeks.
What if I sold my car and I didn't do release of liability and the new owner got in a car accident....now we filled out release of liability form ..will I still be responsible...I am also getting delinquent failure to renew registration letters
Joser, When my son went home to wait for his appointment he completed the application online and he was out within 15 min. If not quicker. My son went in as a walk in because making an appointment online the dates were to far out
Yea I think u should go to the office and take ur paper work. Maybe they give u an appt.. I went this month to renew my Lic. and got it. No appt. needed. Walked in.
Go to their website dmv.ca.gov they post all their service and online services.
I have lost my Driver's license. I need a replacement. Do I need to go in person or can I do it on line?
Corazon Thomas | Aug 19, 2021
Huan Chih Tseng | Aug 19, 2021
You can do it on line.
It is any new procedure to follow, make a line, walk in?
Reyna Rojo | Aug 19, 2021
Michael Moore | Aug 19, 2021
They are letting so many at a time.
Do i have to make an appt., online, what is the procedure by this days of COVID-19,?
Reyna Rojo | Aug 19, 2021
Justin shaver | Aug 19, 2021
For most services you show up to their office and they will give you a slip informing you of a timeframe to return by and once you return you line up in a socially distanced line and they only allow a certain amount of people in the office at a time. Honestly it feels like this sped up the whole process, I had to go the other day and they had me come back an hour later and I when I returned ut only took about a half an hour to get my business there sorted out.
Do I have to go in person to change vehicle ownership.
JOVITA GARCIA | Aug 19, 2021
Huan Chih Tseng | Aug 19, 2021
Try on line registration first. System will let you know if you need to go to office in person.
Just have your usual identifying documents for passport type stuff and you'll breeze through. Get there when they open, you'll get a ticket for no more than 2 hours later and you'll usually be done 20 min after doing your application.
When and how can I make an appointment for my driving test.
Iván Hernández | Aug 19, 2021
Nery Gutierrez | Aug 19, 2021
It's very simple, you just have to call the DMV phone number 📞 1 (800) 777 0133 and wait in line and call for hours in Avilés, during the day.
I'm 70 years old and I need to take the written test. When can I get an appointment to take the written test.
Is automatically know to police if you are stopped that you have an extension on your license until 2021?
DARNELL WADY | Aug 19, 2020
Lupe Tamayo | Aug 19, 2020
DMV is waving the test so make appointment as soon as possible. No test
Do they take walk in behind the wheel drivers test?
Joey Hernandez | Aug 19, 2020
Kat Lloyd | Aug 19, 2020
Better to make appointment
Can I take the written test as a walk-in at the DMV during these times?
They are open ! U wana get there b for 3pm. Best time to walk up there is 10 -12 noon.
May l make an appointment to renew my license ?
Karen Mino | Aug 19, 2020
Art Alcaraz | Aug 19, 2020
You can try but appts fill up quickly. The rep at DMV will tell u to go online & keep trying to get appt via the website but easier said than done. I didn't have an appt & arrived 15 mins b4 opening. It took 1 hr 45 mins to complete real ID process. Make sure u pre-register securely online & have all documents proving identify. List of approved docs is online.
Have not received my registration bill. It was due June 2020. Where can I get another bill??
Sylvia Ruz | Aug 19, 2020
Charles Locuito | Aug 19, 2020
You could go on the DMV website under registration renewal and enter your vehicle info and pay it online. They'll mail you your new tags in a couple of weeks.
I just need a copy of my driver's license driving history printed out. I'm wanting to know how much it costs. And of course I tried to call.
Update. I forgot to post the answer back then, but it's $5.00 for driving record
My driver's license has been suspended because of Seizure
Bridget oh | Aug 19, 2020
S T | Aug 19, 2020
No
How the eyesight to be eximed in dmv?
48osie | Aug 19, 2020
Ernie Kelleher | Aug 19, 2020
Simply read from a list one eye at a time. You may want to have your glasses if you need them.
To obtain the new Real Driver's License.....
Exactly what paperwork must I bring with
me-- to the Whittier DMV ? Pls. advise.
Thank you.
TOMGATES100 | Aug 19, 2020
Albert Solano | Aug 19, 2020
You need birth certificate, social security card or W2 or pay stub with full social security number, two pieces of mail with your name on it and current address could be home utility bill, cell phone bill, vehicle registration, mortgage or lease agreement. If you have a passport bring that too. Remember no photo copies will be accepted
I believe they can tell you if you have any outstanding tickets. The courts will notify DMV that you have a bench warrant and will not allow you to get a driver's license or register a car. You can still get a California ID though.
doctor gave my wife a form for disabled person placard. Can go get if for her?
Hector Arreola | Aug 19, 2020
S T | Aug 19, 2020
Call them. I think you can submit the paperwork. The card will be registered to the disabled person.
When you go to the DMV to register the car under your name, be sure to have the title, proof of insurance and your driver's license and cash or credit card to pay the fees.
If is just for the driving test. No.
You just need to show the driver's license of the person who is going with you. The car insurance and registration but is not need to be under your name. Good luck!!
If it is best to request an appointment online, you would save a lot of time. You need a receipt with your name and address showing that you are a resident of the state, a document such as a passport, birth certificate, green card or naturalization certificate proving your legal status, your social security and finally the $ 35 processing fee.
Can register my vechael over phone temperaly with my credit card to take it to get it smog?
Lisa Petersen | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
I don't think so, but you are welcome to try.
Can I get my sales license there and how much is it
Eric Lombera | Aug 20, 2019
Maria Anita Jimenez | Aug 20, 2019
No, you will need to go somewhere else for any other license that is different from driving.
Can I renew my plates on line?
Manny Diminguez | Aug 20, 2019
Israel Pacheco | Aug 20, 2019
Yes but its much easier to just go in and use the machine in the dmv
Can a get a temporary tag for 3 days to go to work only?
Jackie Hornsby | Aug 20, 2019
Cindy Herrick Denton | Aug 20, 2019
I believe its up to the DMV. I don't see why not. There might be afee . Call them and ask its your best bet.
Take credit card
Ka Dunnn | Aug 20, 2019
California DMV Now Kiosk | Aug 20, 2019
Yes!
If I already have a commercial license but only A cdl, and I want to increase the number of tanks that I have to do ... my license expires in 2021
Alberto Avalos | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
You definitely need to call and ask to communicate with someone who speaks Spanish so that they can inform you directly what steps you have to follow in order to obtain the new license. I know it is not easy for them to answer you but you have to keep trying.
Is there a number yo call if i left an item at this location?
Denise Ochoa | Aug 20, 2019
Ping Cheng Li | Aug 20, 2019
I don't have that since i don't work there to help you. Sorry!
What is the speed limit around the dmv ?? And how far do they take you ? Do they make you park and reverse park ????
Linda Pena | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
The speed will be posted on the streets. Usually the route won't be more than 5 miles and yes they do ask you to parallel park just to see if you know how.
How can I get an extension for renewal date?
Carol Braatz | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
Sorry maybe I'm not qualified to answer this but i have never heard of them issuing an extension for any kind of renewals whether is a registration or a driver's license.
How would I know if my license is revoked
Chris Herrera | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
First of all is there a reason why it should be revoked? If there is then you should have gotten a letter from the DMV explaining the situation. You can always call or make an appointment to find out for sure.
I'm 80 years old and I have been asked to take a renewal knowledge test. Can I get an appointment at Whittier DMV?
Norberto Wolf | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
Yes you can . Go to www.dmv.ca.gov/appointments select the Whittier branch and the system will get you an appointment based on availability.
Can't I do my renewal test on line. What is the wedsite??
Julissa Colin | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
The website is www.DMV.ca.gov
Status for MY ID
Albert Garibay | Aug 20, 2019
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2019
Call DMV directly
Can I get a licence or renew one at this DMV?
Bill Huntley | Aug 20, 2018
sirmazinger | Aug 20, 2018
Of course. It's better if you make an appointment, you will be out in a couple of hours depending on how busy they are as opposed to not having one you probably will be in there as much as 5 hours. See if you qualify to have your license renewal by mail.
Do I need to make appointment to take the writing test or can I just walk in.
Josie Soto | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Acosta | Aug 20, 2018
I think you can do both but a walk in will take you all day at the line to get inside.i would recommend an appointment.
Do I need to make appointment to take the writing test.
Josie Soto | Aug 20, 2018
Ping Cheng Li | Aug 20, 2018
That's better than waiting a long line. Go for the appointment.
Can a 17 year old get an ID?
Spinjitzum 401 | Aug 20, 2018
alexgo70 | Aug 20, 2018
Yes
What is areal id
Carlos Ajanel Rodas | Aug 20, 2018
Albert Garibay | Aug 20, 2019
Waiting for MY ID,, have not received any information. Thanks
when can I have my behind the wheel driving test appoiment this month.
Aluthwatte Butler Wijewardane | Aug 20, 2018
Maria Anita Jimenez | Aug 20, 2018
Hi 😋
You will need to set up the appointment over the phone or online at your nearest DMV location.
What do u need to take for driving test
Nicole Najera | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Acosta | Aug 20, 2018
If you already did your written, then step #2 is come with someone with a valid drivers license, dependable car, and proof of insurance. Make sure all lights on car are working because it will have to pass inspection. And make sure you don't get behind the wheel untill instructed by a DMV instructor. Also best thing is to make an appointment because the waiting is ridiculous.
Can you take the paper written test instead of computer. This is to renew drivers license
How much for identification card? Can I get a emergency card for my bank locked out of account
lisa Jennings | Aug 20, 2018
Ping Cheng Li | Aug 20, 2018
Should be less than $50, been a while, not quite sure.
Does the whittier DMV take bank cards debit cards for payment.
Kimberly Jaeger | Aug 20, 2018
SCB MMXX | Aug 20, 2018
Yes the accept debit and cash but not credit cards.
What do I need to get a California id
Ruben Rico | Aug 20, 2018
Omar R Contreras | Aug 20, 2018
U need ur social # resident card and 2 proves of ur resident
I am new to Whittier (and California) and must get a driver's license. I have a car available to use for the behind-the-wheel test, but I don't know any other drivers to take me to the test. What can I do?
Unkateebo Sprinklestein | Aug 20, 2018
SCB MMXX | Aug 20, 2018
You can check with the near by driving schools some offer a pick up and use of their cars for driving tests for a small fee
Does this location have a vehicle registration machine??
Cynthia Castellon | Aug 20, 2018
SCB MMXX | Aug 20, 2018
Yes they do
What s the waiting time ???
Alfonso Solano | Aug 20, 2018
SCB MMXX | Aug 20, 2018
Like 39 minutes but save some time and make an appointment If you can