Going to the DMV is not always a good experience. My experience at this location was surprisingly a good one. They seem to be organized and the wait wasn't too long. Appointments will help the process and a bonus the staff is helpful and courteous.
Peter Chlebak
Jun 8, 2022
The DMV experience has VASTLY improved over the last few years, perhaps the pandemic push to online and digital got the organization to make some real change, like more online options expected of such a progressive country as the USA. However there's still inconsistencies in how they apply rules - multiple times have I seen identical situations around licensing be treated differently. Not their fault, but they're also heavily influenced by draconic anti-immigration policy, which means getting a simple vehicle operating permit feel like trying to get a passport. Bottom line If you don't fit their textbook definition of a standard US citizen, they don't really know what to do with you.
Karen Suri
Mar 26, 2022
I find it hilarious and ironic that I'm giving such a high rating, but it is warranted. I do my part, and they always do theirs. I've been coming here for years, I always make an appointment and make sure I have all my things. They speed through each step, and are really friendly to boot. In fact, yesterday the person who was helping me made it a special point to hurry so that I could be through all the steps before they closed, and not have to come back. Great work everyone! I've been saying for years this is a great DMV.
H G
Sep 20, 2021
It's crazy that it's not busy at all. N trust when I say its not busy. There's like handful of people in here as customers. There more employees here than customers. But you guys can't help with a very simple question to knock it out. Which I waited for in line to bring my mother. I really don't post pictures but just to put guys on blast. But just for everyone to understand how busy they are . But yeah that's how busy you guys are. Thanks to our taxes that pay your salary for just sitting there. You guys still have a job not like others that don't. But thank you for the help that I didn't get.
Cruz check with the doctor first to make sure you're able to drive still and then go to try to get your license but if you don't want them to know just go into DMV and get your license and to the first question YES👍😊
Yes go without an appointment early, wait in the line because all they do is give you a time to come back. You can go in your PJ's then come back in your best outfit
Of course, it is much easier than in other places, just go early to get an appointment and that's it ☺️
Is the kiosk available for registration?
Kirk Wagen | Aug 19, 2021
Albert Martinez | Aug 19, 2021
Yes there is but you still have to wait in line to be scanned for temperature before you go in
You can find them in supermarkets also and other locations by going to
https://www.cadmvnowkiosk.com
To find a kiosk location near you.
I'm out from out of state and I lost my ID can I walk in at DMV with the voucher and my EBT card and get my ID print out
Gia Victor | Aug 19, 2021
Donna Battiste | Aug 19, 2021
If you I'd is from California, you can walk up with no appointment and get your I'd replaced with a voucher from dpss. If the I'd was from out of state, you would have to apply for an I'd with a birth certificate, know you social security number and one letter or bill with your name and address.
You will need to go to dmv.com and get a confirmation code. You can take it to any dmv office and you won't have to wait in line longer. Quicker and easy
Traditionally, the first thing is to make a report at your local police station. They will put out an alert to patrolling officers to look for your vehicle. Bring as much information as you can about your car, like the VIN number and pictures of it. Hope you find and are restored.
Do you need an appointment to use the kiosk at the Lincoln Park branch?
Tomas Diaz | Aug 19, 2021
Genea Parks | Aug 19, 2021
No
Can I get my driver's license with type c with my passport please an answer
Can we go to the dmv to take the written test without an appointment here
Wendy Chen | Aug 19, 2021
Victor Ramirez | Aug 19, 2021
Yes you can go to take the writing test without an appointment
Do I need a appt. To renew the real I.D driver license???
Luis Torres | Aug 19, 2021
Derby Hernandez | Aug 19, 2021
No u can just walk in to DMV to get same day appointment if u get there at 9am u get ur appointments for 10:30 ect ect
Do you have to make an appointment to take your permit test?
Daisy Guerrero | Aug 19, 2021
Vincent to | Aug 19, 2021
Lol no, but they check your temperature.
can I make online appointments?
David Kitada | Aug 19, 2021
Vincent to | Aug 19, 2021
No, what we have to do is use their website and register your name address birthday etc, when done they will give you a code which will enable you to go to dmv and get your I.D or D.L
Are they doing written test here for license
Connie Coeto | Aug 19, 2021
FAMILIA DeLeon | Aug 19, 2021
Yes
How much do I have to pay to get an ID?
Brenda Duarte | Aug 19, 2021
Enrique Calderón | Aug 19, 2021
Replacement or is it the first time
Where can I find the age when I first got my Class C license
Catherine Birnley | Aug 19, 2021
Richard Moscozo | Aug 19, 2021
I don't know why thay put this to my phonne
Can I arrive to pay for sticker without an appointment ????
Pedro Gonzalez | Aug 19, 2021
maria magdalena rodriguez | Aug 19, 2021
You can arrive before they open to queue, when they open they start giving chips with the time for you to return. The chips are finished fast.
Can I make an appointment for a written driver's test at Lincoln Park DMV?
Lisa Hepner | Aug 19, 2021
jdm Punk (Boost Over Time) | Aug 19, 2021
No. They are not taking new appointments. But you can still go around 7am and get a pass for that day
Good night I do have a question, I need to pay my plates but I do have 2 tickets, plus need it to do smoke check if I have done anything yet can I just go pay the plates??
Luis Fernando | Aug 19, 2020
albert ticas | Aug 19, 2020
It's a 2day ordeal.Yeah thats the first step .you return after to pick up registration and stickers . but one thing bad is you have to be early before 8am then return at 12:30pm to see the clerks for the paper and sticker.
Is this dmv open?
Mayra Velasco | Aug 19, 2020
tu Guerita | Aug 19, 2020
Yes but you gotta go really early to make line
Do I have to make an appointment to renew my sticker with the inside machine?
Ana Maravilla | Aug 19, 2020
Tina Van Tassel | Aug 19, 2020
No, but everyone has to wait in the same line while DMV employees go down through the line. I'd recommend an early arrival and it shouldn't take long.
Yes but you have to be there really early, they open at 8 by 7 am theres already a big line!! I was there last week i got there at 6 am and there was like 30 ppl infront of me
DMV is open regular time with appointments and we out appointments to????
My I'd expired on Feb 22 and if I want to apply for drive test exam can I be a walk in
Jennifer Martinez | Aug 19, 2020
Angelica Melendez | Aug 19, 2020
Yes u can go there
Tomorrow the 25 will the DMV open in Lincoln highs?
Justo Lopez | Aug 19, 2020
Rafael Alegria | Aug 19, 2020
No ,it's only open M-F
Will DMVs be open Christmas Eve ?
Angelica Estevez | Aug 19, 2020
Ruby Luna | Aug 19, 2020
Yes it is not a national holiday
Last month, I had renewal my driver license, couple weeks ago, I have received my new driver license, when I looked at my renewal driver license, I discovered that my driver license is not a real id driver license, it is only a federal limits apply.
Herman Tam | Aug 19, 2020
Claudia Marquina | Aug 19, 2020
I would call and ask those questions directly to them . I dont want to say something not right
ID's and Driver Licenses are mailed to you directly from Sacramento. They arrive within 2-4 weeks. You will only receive a receipt for ID or Temporary/Interim license depending on what you are applying for.
Do the application 1st before you arrive at a DMV at
https://www.edl.dmv.ca.gov/apply/choose-language
It will save you 15 to 20 minutes when you arrive at a California DMV.
You must go into whichever office you are going to to take your test to request a Face to Face appointment. Face to Face Exams are by appointment only and need to be placed at the office so your language preference can be noted and you can be scheduled for Face to Face exam on the day that language exam is being given. However... different offices offer same day face to face depending on that office's capabilities such as having a larger staff and larger office. Lincoln Park requires appointments for a Face to Face exam as their office is small.
will the dmv be open on friday august 30 2019?
Maria Lopez-Chavez | Aug 19, 2020
Albert Martinez | Aug 19, 2020
Yes August 30th Lincoln Park DMV is open 7am to 5pm
I have a receipt for when I purchased my ID but it has been 13 months, am I still able to receive it and have it mailed to me? My mailing address has changed also.
Marlee Eden | Aug 20, 2019
Henny Setiawan | Aug 20, 2019
Yes you can, you just come to the officer and say you have your receipt but never receive it until today, also say your address has changed. They will change the address for you, ask you to take new picture, and the id will be come to you within 2 weeks.
Does this DMV go to work on Saturday?
Zhihua Guan | Aug 20, 2019
Henny Setiawan | Aug 20, 2019
Nope, the nearest dmv that open on saturday is in Pasadena.
Do you have the cdl license test on paper???
Rafael Santos | Aug 20, 2019
Deybi Valencia | Aug 20, 2019
if you want you can ask for it in writing if you don't do it on the computer
Does this dmv have a kiosk to renew registration?
Cecibeth Diaz | Aug 20, 2019
Krys DS | Aug 20, 2019
Yes, there is a DMV Now self-service terminal at this location
Can I get a replacement license if I lost the original
Mark Barajas | Aug 20, 2019
Krys DS | Aug 20, 2019
Yes, and you need to go in to a DMV office for that (can't do it online). Make an appointment, bring all the documentation you may need (check dmv.ca.gov), fill out the paperwork, and pay the fee. Consider upgrading to the Real ID format since you're already going to the DMV.
I already paid my plates but I needed a smog. A week later I'm here at the DMV and there is a long line, can I skip the line and go to the machine, will it give me the stickers.
jorge saucedo | Aug 20, 2019
Donna Battiste | Aug 20, 2019
No, the machine will not recognize the smog has been completed.
Please be advised: If the line extends all the way down the ramp outside, it's about a 1.5 hour wait just to get a number for service. After you receive a number, it can be up to another 1.5 hour before you get to a window. As the first response suggested, earlier is best.
Go back to dmv office again and bring any ID, social security paper, the letter that has your name on your current address, if you has passport bring it. They will scan your Thump finnger ad give you another copy. And you should take a picture of the new copy in case you lost again.
It’s my first time taking the written, do I need to take any paperwork or just show up?
Danny Moreno | Aug 20, 2019
Donna Battiste | Aug 20, 2019
If you are applying for the real ID, you need your birth certificate or passport, your social security card, and a bill or something with your name and address on it.
Can I sell a car to an unlicensed driver?
Billy Taylor | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
Yeah you could but make sure you do the procedure of signing over the paperwork and everything right to DMV and make sure he signs the peperswork in DMV
I applied for my license plates back in October and placed all the information requested after paying the fees in the drop box at the DMV. I have not gotten my plates in the mail yet like I was told I would. What should I do?
Giovanni Brown | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
Call DMV and ask them or go in to DMV and ask them i didn't get them😞
I paid for my plates but I did not present the smog check now I have the smogcheck I have to present it in the dmv or they will send me the sticker automatically
How much would
It cost me to renew my DL and would I have to take a written exam.
Herman Munster | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
I'm not too sure if it's like $30 might not have to take the written test sometimes
Can I get an extension to renew my drivers license If I am not currently driving
Nancy Becker | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
Call DMV I cannot see why not just give him a call doesn't hurt to try
Sorry, you know what documents you have to bring with you when you are going to take the practical exam for the motorcycle license for your collaboration. Thank you.
it's best to make an appointment any time you go to the DMV, it may not turn out the way you'd think though; you still might be in there for a while....hope i helped you out...
How much will it be to register a 2000 Chevy Silverado
Jose Quezada | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
2012 Altima cost me $200 so I don't know how much it's going to cost you good luck
Are you near Alameda St..?? Does 35th Street set near by..?? Broadway Ave..??
Olga Izaguirre | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
Valley Boulevard and Mission Road on the corner of Lincoln Park Avenue
I failed my written test a week ago and I want to go back and retake it. Do I have to make another appointment or can I just walk in?
Sarah Lopez | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
No u can walk in last time I remember
if i paid my tags and don't have a smog certificate yet because of illness?
Dennis Slater | Aug 20, 2019
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2019
You pay for your text but haven't got your certificate for your smog call of DMV and tell him you were healed at the time see what they tell you good luck
My temp to drive permit expired in June 2018 , can I still take the written test, and ask for extension for August when I have Appt on the 29 ??
lluvia ruiz | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
August29. Call DMV now and find out CALL NOW GOOD LUCK but if you have an appointment that means you got an extension maybe after you take the written test again you get another extension
If you are moving in to california yes register it to get the california lic plates with your local DMV, if you are traveling threw or just vacationing no
My wallet got stolen along with my DL. Can I get it another one by doing it online?
Marco Lopez | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Try it see what they say if not just call DMV and make an appointment to go in
Can i get my driving test en espanish
Nelly Garcia | Aug 20, 2018
Juan Castillo | Aug 20, 2018
I think so, at least on the computer I think so. And if not and you fail, then you have 2 more chances.
Do you have to pay for change of address can i go to any one
Annette Miller | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Go to DMV and fill out the information I don't know if you have to pay though good luck
If you fail your written test the 1st time how long do you have to wait until you take it the 2nd time and do you have to make an appointment or cam you just walk in ?
Mariah Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Wait a couple of days before you go back to take your test but make sure you study it from the first page to the last page and I don't know if you have to make an appointment not too sure and it doesn't hurt to pray before you go take your test good luck
What do i need to get a new id?? Lost my id??
Janette Chavolla | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Pay $30 I go to DMV to get your new ID card and report that you're lost your ID so nobody can use it as soon as possible
How much is an ID
Cynthia R. | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
$ 30
I am 18 and all I have is my SS and do not have a permanent home for proof of address. If I am able to obtain my birth certificate (which is out of state) can I get a state issued ID or driver's license?
Natalie O | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Call DMV i see no problem GOOD LUCK😊
How do you set an appointment for a written test?
Maria Montiel | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Call the Department of Motor Vehicles and make an appointment might have to be on the phone for a little bit but wait until they answer to make your appointment
Can I pay for an h6 print out with my credit card matser card
Teresa Taren | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
Call them and ask them if you could because I don't own a credit card sorry
Why would I need to take a written test when my license just expired. No tickets, No DUI's. So why now.
Herman Munster | Aug 20, 2018
Arturo Flores | Aug 20, 2018
It happens to everybody they just pick out a random who they want to have a written test you just got one of the persons that got called good luck on the written test
7am I get there soon as the gates open that's at 6:30 but a good time is at 7 to get a line because there's a long line and if you get the first ones first 10 people you get in the right away and then and out
Plase find a way to make the service much faster and more convenient.We are wasting a good amount of time.Time are money and money means more tax for government!
If your car does not pass smog they send you to a program where they pay $500 to make it pass if it doesn't pass then you go to another process and they will buy the car
From what I understand as early as you want. Of course there's a smog check due you got to wait 30 days before the due day
How much does it cost to renew a driver license and what do you have to find
Oscar Nevarez | Aug 20, 2018
Evan Knezic | Aug 20, 2018
You can renew with just the number and another photo id like a passport. If you don't remember the number check dmv.ca.gov for the complete list of items that you'll need
I have a Honda 92 the dmv I grabbed him or if they know of somewhere to donate or bless it
Isaias Juarez | Aug 20, 2018
Rolando Rivas | Aug 20, 2018
You can speak for the dmv but as I understand it, to sell it to the dmv you should have had it for two years in your name. But better advise with agents from the engine department, luck
To present the written driving test must make an appointment or I can present without appointment
Abraham Garcia | Aug 20, 2018
Gloria Morales | Aug 20, 2018
You must be an appointment Abraham Garcia
Does this DMV have the machine to pay for the license sticker or do I have to wait in line ?
Alondra Caballero | Aug 20, 2018
Rocio Montiel | Aug 20, 2018
Yes
Plates of my car bensen September 9, I can already saw the Smog and go through the plates once?
Julian Cardenas | Aug 20, 2018
Arthur Muñoz | Aug 20, 2018
Yes and it is better to go before the expiration date. So, by the way, I needed another requirement. You already know that when it comes to the DMV, there is always something new.