I did the online application for real driver license, prepared all the documents and made the appointment. I checked at the front desk, verified my documents with the receptionist, she was very kind, then, wait a little minutes finalized the paperwork at the window 11, the man who attended me, he was very professional, fast and kind. Finally , I took my picture. They told me in approximately 2 weeks, my card will send to my house.
I think they have changed the staff or they have been better trained, a couple of years ago this place was a headache and to my surprise, now, very pleasant. Definitely recommend this center.
Janet Arellano
May 12, 2022
I mean, the DMV is the DMV. It's not Disneyland. Most of the time you have to come here, it's frustrating. Can you really ever give it 5 stars? But I did because it was relatively quick and the employees were kind and were patient with me. The circumstances are not necessarily their fault. But anyway, the DMV in AZ was way worse. So, it could be worse.
Sammy da Bull
Feb 10, 2022
Now you must think I'm crazy giving Hawthorne DMV a five star but I must say there must be new management there or something because I actually had a really pleasant time and it seemed like there was a lot of structure and was very organized the lines moved out of steady Pace as soon as I sat down with the number I was called as soon as I hit the next person I was moved as soon as I got to that person I got my picture taken and I was out as quick as I came in now given it took like 30 minutes but I even heard one lady instruct the other lady to move the line faster because she didn't want it getting congested I think that management or the staff are now taking it much more serious and I give this DMV five star now I never thought I'd say that but they earned it and they are very polite so yeah there you have it if you need to come to the DMV come here they have earned my respect
Fatima Kamara
Sep 21, 2020
They have everyone waiting outside in the hot sun. Tents along the pathway that we wait on can be set up. Its 88 degrees outside. The lines moving at a snails pace and there's like 200 people in line. There has to be a more efficient way to execute this during these times. Covids not going away for the foreseeable future, so dmv needs to evolve. What if it starts to rain? The only thing that should require coming to the dmv are tests and licensing, everything else can be taken care of online. And frankly these employees are soooooo rude, so we can do without having to interact with them. I waited 2 hrs in line and was nowhere near the front so I left.. At 2pm we were told they've reached maximum tickets for the day and they don't know if we can be seen if we get to the front. And if we get a number they still might not see us and we can't use the ticket for another day.. There were people lining up at 5am......5am! Is this what our taxpayer dollars are paying for?
I believe you should receive something in the mail from DMV. I think once you receive that, then you can begin the renewal process.
You may even be able to renew your license online, without having to actually go into a DMV office.
Every so many years, they will require you to come in and complete the vision test, but other than that, you should be able to renew online without having to go into the office. I hope that helps. Good luck!
If you want to receive a "Real ID". You will need your birthday certificate, SS card and two documents with you name and address. If you want to renew your current California ID card. Then no Birth certificate is needed. The "Real ID" is required if you're going fly. TSA will ask for it NEXT YEAR.
Is there a cut off time for behind the wheel tests ?
Yeung Tonumaipe'a | Aug 21, 2019
Tamika Wince | Aug 21, 2019
You have to make an appointment for that
Hello morning guys.
On the 24 Agust 1018 I became a citizen.. N did change my name..
My question is where I should go 1st to the Dmv or the social security??
moises hernandez | Aug 21, 2019
Jasmine Branca | Aug 21, 2019
Go to the social security office 1st. They have a list of what you need to get your social security for your id
If I want to get my permit done do I have to get a appointment? Or walk in at the dmv
Diana Gonzalez | Aug 21, 2018
Takashi Ohno | Aug 21, 2018
The best way, you make a appointment with DMV because it's faster. Otherwise, you don't have to if you have a lot of free time. Anyways, this location is the fastest DMV and nice people.
This Dmv is horrible... I came to take the permit test the system shut down right before I started to take the test... the employees said to just come back tomorrow
Temika Duson | Aug 21, 2018
Michael Crawford | Aug 21, 2018
Well, you do realize their computers are not all that great.. kinda like dinosaurs but with bad wiring lol
i will stay in california for a year. if i have my international driver's license, korean driver's license and passport, can i drive? i have j1 visa and i am working here as an intern. thanks.
woojung kim | Aug 21, 2018
Michael Crawford | Aug 21, 2018
It shouldn't be an issue as long as you have the required documentation
I want to confirm my appointment for License Renewal appointment Margaret McElwain. License
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Daniel McElwain | Aug 21, 2018
Michael Crawford | Aug 21, 2018
Daniel, call the dmv office in your area and go from there
Wats the waithing time now
Fernando Saldana | Aug 21, 2018
Michael Crawford | Aug 21, 2018
All depends. Last time I was there, about maybe like 30 to 40 mins
Is anyone at the DMV right now? I want to do a walk in for the writing test, will they allow that?
Briana Osuna | Aug 21, 2018
Romeo Kemp | Aug 21, 2018
Well it always has people waiting, best time without an appointment is as soon as the doors open. 800 hours
How old have to be a person to have an id
Maricela Gonzalez | Jun 21, 2022
Donald Gomez Erving | Jun 21, 2022
You can get ID at any age in California, but it's at age 18 that it's required. And age 15 1/2 when you can get permits.
Do I need my birth certificate if I have my permit and returning to take the driving test?
Kathryn Parker | May 22, 2022
Tannis Tribett | May 22, 2022
The people that work at the Hawthorne office need to train in customer service.
are you open saturday
Chris Hiruko | Apr 22, 2022
Ohanny Delgado | Apr 22, 2022
No
I received my id code on my phone. How long do code numbers last?
Shawn Glass | Mar 23, 2022
Wanda Cabin | Mar 23, 2022
I dont know for sure,plan an early fasted morning in the office. Eat when leaving have documents. DMV will ask for log into the confusing DMV ask search bar. It may or may surprisingly answer or not be able to answer questions. 📱 📞 📲
Yes, it is quicker if you apply everything online so you will do only your biometrics / fingerprint & documents verification there I got done less than 10mins when they called my #.
WHEN I TRY TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT IT WONT ACCEPT MY EMAIL AND PASSWORD
I don't think there's anything else you need to do at the DMV but make sure you contact your insurance company and your bank if you had any credit/debit cards in your car.
No not that I'm aware of... All the online services that are being offered are just the basic things that you're seeing like renewing your driver's license vehicle registration and stuff like that.. you will probably have to go up to the location in Hawthorne and speak with a DMV rep thatd standing outside assisting people in line
How can I get a MVR to transfer out of state?
Hortense Rockwell | Aug 20, 2021
Cameron Webb | Aug 20, 2021
Not sure check DMV online
Is the DMV open on weekends? It says it is closed but when I pass by it is open some times. Please help?
You can still show up without an appointment and get in line. If there is a big crowd, what they do is issue you a paper with a return time on it for later in the day. You come back at that time and line up again but the paper insures you will be seen.
The best thing to do is get there around 7 am. Wait in the line to get a ticket. They will give you a time to come back. But, before you go fill out the identification form application to get a confirmation code. FYI: The key is to get there early to get that ticket.
HI SIR / MADAM ,
MAY I HAVE ADDRESS FOR PAY RENEW LICENSE BY MAIL ???
THANK YOU , VERY MUCH
tinh tran | Aug 20, 2021
Bryan Gutierrez | Aug 20, 2021
Yes you can. Though it takes longer. You can also do it online through the dmv website.
Which DMV offices are open on Saturday?
Fern Gray | Aug 20, 2021
Debbie D | Aug 20, 2021
Hi Fern DMV offices that are open on Saturdays varies...suggest you check their website for specific hours of operation. 🙂
I want to change my name. Are you attending in person?
Ligia Izquierdo | Aug 20, 2021
Marian Grant | Aug 20, 2021
You will need to go into the office with your documents for name change.
What dmv open on Saturday ?
Terri Jernigan | Aug 20, 2021
Marian Grant | Aug 20, 2021
I don't know which DMV is open on Saturday. Check their website.
I have a regular ID and I would like to get the real ID because I travel with my job can I go online and requested or do I need to come into the dmv
Eboni Fletcher | Aug 20, 2021
Crana Lad | Aug 20, 2021
You can only apply for the real I.D. in person at a DMV office.
Go online, make an appointment and verify what you are required to bring with you. If you do not have what they ask for you will not be issued a real I.D.
I am trying to order personalized plates and it keeps telling me my VIN number is incorrect. I bought the car on Saturday and have my paper plates Do I have to wait for the registration to be "posted"?
Erin Mitchell | Aug 20, 2021
Sebastian Cohen | Aug 20, 2021
Really good service there, pretty like it. Recommended
I leased a new car from New Jersey. I need to register it. I was told I need to do smog test. I have a temporary registration card. Can I go to AAA to get plates and anything else needs or do I need to make a DMV appointment? Smog first?
the Hook and Plow Redondo Beach | Aug 20, 2021
Cedric McDonald | Aug 20, 2021
Smog first or they won't let you register it without it
Can I walk in to renew my Drivers license?
Archangel Martinez | Aug 20, 2021
LaBrea Trucking LLC | Aug 20, 2021
Yes, be prepared to send outside for a couple of hours
Their online appointment doesn't work, so yes, you have to show up early. I showed up at 7am on Friday and the line was long and around. However, they gave us a slip with a time to return that day. The paper slip was acting as your appointment only for that day.
Is this DMV location actually open currently? Some reviews say it’s been randomly closed due to covid....
Alyssa Young | Aug 20, 2021
Guille Castro | Aug 20, 2021
Yes it's open... Lines are not that big and faster if you go after 1 pm.
I have a certificate of completion for traffic school but has not been submitted to the dmv what do I do now
Diana Daniels | Aug 20, 2021
Tommy Daniel's | Aug 20, 2021
Contact DMV customer service
Driver’s license expired years ago, recently bought a car off Autotrade and need to renew my driver’s license and register the car. How do I go about that? Documentations needed?
ashley hernandez | Aug 20, 2021
Nim Langcoy | Aug 20, 2021
I think to get more accurate answer for that, you can either call DMV or use their Chat service on their website which I recommend. It's the button on the lower right that says "ASK DMV". You'll be greeted by their chatbot but just type "talk to live agent" so you'll be redirected to a real person to answer your inquiries. Done it a lot of times and it's so much better and faster than calling them
Depends. If you're a new driver and want to get a learner's permit, fill out the application online, and you'll be given an appointment number. No specific schedule so you can go anytime and head directly to the front of the line.
Still need a behind the wheel test? You can schedule the appointment online and show up 15 minutes before and head straight to the front door.
The rest, you'll have to wait in line
They know if they are already open for the written exam and their schedules or an appointment is needed for this process
Lucy Dueñas | Aug 20, 2021
Elena Elena | Aug 20, 2021
If Lucy is already open and if they take the exam they open at 8:00 in the morning but people start to be in line from 4:00 in the morning to be the first people to be attended!
Their closed today they has a sign saying it will be closer from Monday-Wednesday but they were open yesterday so I’m not sure how accurate it is for tomorrow .
Kassidy Nicholeee | Aug 20, 2020
Cruz Iskenderian | Aug 20, 2020
I heard some are closed because of the heat 🙄 OMG !
I was there a few days ago. I arrived at 7am and didn't leave until 3:15pm. Over 8 hrs. And I had Express Service. They currently are not accepting apps. People start lining up @ 5 or 6am.
i placed a cashiers check in the hawthorne dmv dropbox a week a go today and i need to know if it was rcvd. i put aall neccessary information like license plate # ID# and VIN. how long does it take to post payments to my account ? please advise
Ebony Greene | Aug 20, 2020
Talitha Nelson | Aug 20, 2020
Go upto the dmv office that you placed the money order in and ask to speak to a supervisor so they can look up whether or not it was accepted or not and what you need to do next.
Do pay stubs count as residency when getting a new I'd?
Dani Tiare | Aug 20, 2020
Shirley Maldonado | Aug 20, 2020
Yes
What information do I need in order renew my license for the new driver`s license
Barbia Jackson | Aug 20, 2020
Amir Hoye | Aug 20, 2020
Fill out the form on the DMV site and bring the confirmation code. There are no forms there
I'm trying to fix my license so I need to know what tickets are affecting my license so I can take care of them what form it what do I need to ask for ?
Juan Arana | Aug 20, 2020
Tanya Peters | Aug 20, 2020
There is no form. You can go to a DMV location, bring your license and ask them to pull your record to see what citations or suspensions you may have. Most likely they will print out this info plus court location(s) for your usage.
can i walk in without appointment ?
Noha Amin | Aug 20, 2020
Tanya Peters | Aug 20, 2020
No you will still need an appointment.
my driver license was exp on 3/28/2020
when can I renew it thank you
Bo Nguyen | Aug 20, 2020
Josephine Flores | Aug 20, 2020
You might be able to renew it online through the DMV website, to do that you'll need an account with them
I've applied my real ID on the 25thof Feb. with my friend and she's already received her but not my so how can check on this? thanks
daisy phillips | Aug 20, 2020
joe cerr | Aug 20, 2020
Depends on where your friend got hers. You can call the 1800 number but that's a 5hr wait do to Corona so best way is to go in and ask
I never get in the mail my DL. Whant can I do?
Henry Perez | Aug 20, 2020
joe cerr | Aug 20, 2020
Open up a dispute ur going to have to go in the office or call. If more then a month past by they will probably charge u again
I believe appointments are only available for driving tests.
Can I use my debit card to pay?
Raquel Fierro | Aug 20, 2020
Deliria Mikar | Aug 20, 2020
Yes :)
IS OPEN ON SATURDAY
Maritza Guatemala | Aug 20, 2020
Theo B | Aug 20, 2020
Yes it is
I want to take the written exam I can take it on Saturday
Martin Sanchez | Aug 20, 2020
joe cerr | Aug 20, 2020
If it's avid but few hours
I went to the Hawthorne D.M.V. and requested a new I.D. I paid for it and it has been over three weeks now. How do I find out whether my I.D. card has been mailed yet?
Gary Coleshill | Aug 20, 2020
Seandee Gayden | Aug 20, 2020
Go on their website or go back and see if it was returned due to a bad address..
Hello. If you're referring to the permit test, I think as long as you have all the necessary documents such as proof of residency and SSN card, you should be fine. You might need to check with the website (dmv.ca.gov) for all the requirements. Hope this helped.
If you need to up date your vehicle registration and dont or do need a smog you can go to get your smog and go to smog pros on prairie and Lennox. They will lk do both there.
does the dmv in Hawthorne do walk in for writen driving test?
Irene Sanchez | Aug 20, 2020
joe cerr | Aug 20, 2020
For the written test yes but for the drive test were you take a car and a driver no, you have to make an appointment for that
I haven't receive my registration for my car I was in your office last wk on friday do I need to wait more days or go again to the dmv
Maria Ornelasmll | Aug 21, 2019
Billy Twombley | Aug 21, 2019
B patient....they do great things considering the volume of people they help
I lost my drivers license. What do I need to bring to the dmv where I apply for a new one?
Daniel McElwain | Aug 21, 2019
Nic Lee | Aug 21, 2019
Social security card and birth certificate . maybe proof of residency but I doubt it
Can you get a driver's permit/ driver's lic. on a Saturday?
ROBIN EVANS | Aug 21, 2019
Kai Ooowwweee | Aug 21, 2019
Yes.
how long is wait time now
caroline keene | Aug 21, 2019
Cat | Aug 21, 2019
I can bet you this question will not be answered. You need to call up there or look at Google real time
DMV Hawthorne holiday on Apr 1st?
XIAOLIN0912 LEI | Aug 21, 2019
Chairesse Siler | Aug 21, 2019
Yes
How many questions are on the drivers permit test and how many can you miss?
LISA DAWSON | Aug 21, 2019
ZeevTv | Aug 21, 2019
Hello lisa, their is about 40 somthing, I believe and you can miss up to 6 i think double make sure before you take it but around their. Also recommend asking for a paper test, that way you can go back and double check awsners.
WHY DOES NO ONE ANSWER THE PHONE ?
Coo. | Aug 21, 2019
Cat | Aug 21, 2019
Because they want you to get the answers you need from the website. How busy they always are I doubt they have anyone waiting for phone calls throughout the day.
If you are married bring marriage certificate, birth certificate and all other supporting documents. I was there last week without these docs and did not get the Real DL.
U need your passport and visa and I94 printed out if applicable also proof of address...i.e lease agreement, bank statment or utility bill and if u have a work visa u must have a social security number so bringing the card would help
Has your system change also on how ppl get helped Bellflower is ridiculous with the new system of first and last initial plus thr number they take a life time to call u and help you.. Are u guys still helping ppl the old way?
Mo Xxa | Aug 21, 2018
SallyAnne Robertson | Aug 21, 2018
You get a number and when you're number comes up they announce it
What documents you need for a state I'd
ri | Aug 21, 2018
Michael Crawford | Aug 21, 2018
Birth and social security card
Can I go on line for my tags registration
Denise Shackelford | Aug 21, 2018
SallyAnne Robertson | Aug 21, 2018
No
I just recently got married and would like to update my ID with my marriage certificate. Do I need to make an appointment?
Lucy Sanchez | Aug 21, 2018
Takashi Ohno | Aug 21, 2018
To make an appointment is the best way that avoid waiting time, the lady at window 12 is the best!! Ofcause the other people are nice, too.
What happens if you never received your dmv registration renewal notice & was accessed late fees?
Faye Proctor | Aug 21, 2018
SallyAnne Robertson | Aug 21, 2018
You should have known better by your tags
Today I went to Hawthorne DMV and they wanted to receive me because my birth certificate is in spanish and mu proof of address is also in spanish, the person told me in that DMV only speak and do paperwork in english ¿ is true?
Carolina Orozco | Aug 21, 2018
Michael Crawford | Aug 21, 2018
Nope, they are required to by law. If they say they cant, go to a different one.
I never received my renewed drivers license in the mail. Its been 3 months since I went in to DMV and took my picture. What do I do?
Peter Ross | Aug 21, 2018
Michael Crawford | Aug 21, 2018
You been waiting over 2 weeks and haven't got it yet??? Bruh, go DOWN there and let them know. They tell you that for a reason. "If it hasn't got there in 2 weeks, come back and let us know."
Are you open on thankgiving day November 24,2017
Rosalio Amparo | Aug 21, 2018
SallyAnne Robertson | Aug 21, 2018
No
Can i get a photo copy on my i.d. and how much would that cost
Liz D | Aug 21, 2018
SallyAnne Robertson | Aug 21, 2018
No
Is the DMV open today
Maria De Jesus Zamora | Aug 21, 2018
Gennady “Dr.Genuks” Josan | Aug 21, 2018
A good question the best bet is to give them a call but generally today they will stay closed.
If I lost my license do I have to go to the DMV to get a new one or I can get it by mail
Hilda Chavez | Aug 21, 2018
Aisha Tendo | Aug 21, 2018
From all the websites it says you have to go in person.