Petaluma DMV

Category: Department of motor vehicles

Address: 715 - J, Southpoint Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954, USA

Phone: +18007770133

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

michael breen

Aug 22, 2022

Applied for Real ID with no appointment. Brought a PG&E bill, car insurance bill, and birth certificate. Filled out application, did thumbprint, did eye test, took photo, paid $39. In and out in 35 minutes. Relatively quick and painless.

Carmen Arias

Jun 21, 2022

I highly recommend making an appointment online even if it's the same day that you intend to go because sometimes you can find an appointment and avoid having to wait in line and we were in and out of there in 15 minutes getting my son's first state ID as he turned 18 and needed an ID for job hunting!

danielle baker

May 2, 2022

Went in to get my real ID. My appointment was at 100 and I was out by 105, that included all steps.. Photo and fingerprint included. Soooooo fast and efficient.

Alex Lopez

Jan 21, 2022

What a freaking delight it was going to this DMV compared to any other one in this state. Seriously this DMV is a peach. A peach scone of a DMV. Tip of the hat to all the employees that work there who make it run so efficiently, I was in and out in less than 15 slapping minutes. 10/10. 5 golden stars.

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Questions & Answers

How to apply fot a new driver license when you lost the one you had

Sarita Suman | Aug 27, 2018
Jane Klemenok | Aug 26, 2020

Tell me and we'll both know!

do i need an appointment to get an ID

Beth Eckenrod | Aug 27, 2018
Bryan Johnson | Aug 27, 2018

No walk is ok tou will not leave with a picture it gets maied to your address.a temporary paper will be till then. But make sure you check the wait time on that office. But if you can appointment are easy.

Do I need an appointment

Christina Lowry | Aug 27, 2018
Mohammed Alamrani | Aug 27, 2018

No you don't

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How do I make an appt?

Mervyn Otsuka | Aug 27, 2018
Leonard Crawford | Apr 28, 2022

I need an appt

My DL renewal is due this month, so I uploaded all ID information online in order to obtain Real ID. I received a confirmation number to show at the desk at the DMV. Can I walk in, or do I need an appointment?

Greg Polchow | Aug 26, 2021
Stepan Berlov | Aug 26, 2021

Walk in is possible. Very fast and knowledgeable people working at this location

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Why does your wed. Say you open at 7am when you open at 9am? Drove 2.5 hours to sit in my truck for another 2.5 hours

Tommy Parson | Aug 26, 2020
Matthew Seghezzi | Aug 26, 2020

Believe it says 9 on the door. Have opened at 9 on Wed. For years. Mandatory meetings on Wed.

Do I need an appointment for behind the wheel driving test?

Kira Foygel | Aug 27, 2019
Theresa Swift | Aug 27, 2019

Yes

Can I transfer an out of state drivers license here?

Wendy Duval | Aug 27, 2019
Carlos Garcia | Aug 27, 2019

Yes

how is the driving test iin here? easy or difficult?

phuc am | Aug 27, 2019
Sal Lopez | Aug 27, 2019

It is not bad, employees here are totally different than other DMVs, I would give it a try here. I will try to get an appointment when the traffic is less, between 10 to 12 noon or 2 to 4 pm.

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I will be going abroad in two weeks for an extended stay. My drivers license will expire will I'm abroad. I need to make an in-person visit this time for a renewal, but there are no appointments available for six weeks! What to do?

Sam | Aug 27, 2018
Roselyn Wooden | Aug 27, 2018

Hello. You have 2 options. One option is to come into a DMV and do your renewal now or wait until you get back

Do I need an appointment to renew my driver's license?

Jill White | Aug 27, 2018
Martin Onofre | Aug 27, 2018

Yes need aptt.

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If i have an appoitment with santa rosa DMV to test for my permit, can i take the same certificate of completion for the online classes to petaluma DMV instead?

Jadon Fisher | Aug 27, 2018
Alex Gutteridge | Aug 27, 2018

Yes, but you would need to make an appointment in advance at this location.

Do I need an appointment to take drivers permit test?

Jennifer Cuneo | Apr 28, 2022
Scott Neuman | Apr 28, 2022

No. No appointment needed to take written test. Yes for a behind the wheel test.

Do I need an appointment to get a replacement ID?

Andy Falk | Oct 30, 2021
Chris OSullivan | Oct 30, 2021

You don't need an appointment. But you should look up what you need for a real ID as some requirements have changed.

Do I need an appointment to register a new horse trailer I purchased out of state of California? Do I do this online? If need an appointment how do I make one and do I bring trailer in to DMV?

Kirsten Strain | Aug 26, 2021
Ethan Temple | Aug 26, 2021

Make an appointment is easiest. There will still be a line for that but not as much as if you just show up. I'm assuming you bring the trailer. Go through DMV.CA.Gov

Can I renew my ID n line? I need a new picture.

Lanie Grainger | Aug 26, 2021
Jeff Hughson | Aug 26, 2021

You wait in line to go in. Licensing and I'd services are taken care of once you get inside.

do I need an appointment for drivers license renewal with picture?

Lucy Kelly | Aug 26, 2021
Peter Guzman | Aug 26, 2021

No appointment nessasary

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I received my new Driver's License with a notice: The photograph does not meet our standards. Please go to the nearest DMV and obtain a new photograph. Do I have to do this on a walk-in basis or can I make an appointment?

maureen johansson | Aug 26, 2021
Terry Fry | Aug 26, 2021

You should be able to do it basically on a walk-in basis. You'll go there and they will give you a number and you wait outside until they call your number

Do I need to make an appointment to renew my license

bobby williams | Aug 26, 2021
patricia wongdewey | Aug 26, 2021

No,but it helps. Wait time is around an hour to an hour and half on average. Longer if you have to test.

Is the DMV still closed due to the weather and fires? 8/19

Richard Waite | Aug 26, 2020
Adham Abdelrahim | Aug 26, 2020

It is open as far as I know.

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HOW CAN I MAKE A APPOINTMENT FOR REAL ID?

Sebas Pfilho | Aug 26, 2020
Miguel Pagarigan | Aug 26, 2020

Call ahead and see what's available but remember to bring the correct documents.

Where can I go to study to take the written driving test? My license expired and I was notified I need to take that? Is there a web site to go over?

Ray Davis | Aug 26, 2020
Julie J | Aug 26, 2020

Just Google California dmv drivers license test, go to the dmv website and there are about 5 practice tests to prepare you for it.

Do I need an appointment these days?

Karina Haedo | Aug 26, 2020
Thomas Painter | Aug 26, 2020

Yes, takes forever otherwise. Are you a AAA member? Best way these days to do any DmV transactions

Is the Petaluma DMV open for walk-ins from the general public or is it still closed and only open for people who had previous appointments?

Jay Parsegian | Aug 26, 2020
Carmen Gallardo | Aug 26, 2020

Open to everyone. Might have to wait for a non appointment. I was not there any longer than an hour for my registration renewal. Wear a mask & they aren't letting more than 10 people into the building. I usually go as soon as they open.

I have to renew my license by August. It cannot be done online, has to be in person. Do I need an appointment in Petaluma for this renewal?

Beau Wine Tours | Aug 26, 2020
Virginia Hofer | Aug 26, 2020

There ARE taking walk-ins. Went there on Tuesday late afternoon, walked right in. Check online for wait times...

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I had a appointment driving tex behind the wheel May 7 but the DMV office was closed ,now what I have to do?

Robildo Diaz Rodriguez | Aug 26, 2020
Scott Neuman | Aug 26, 2020

Make another appointment when the open up for appointments.

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Is the DMV open for walk-ins?

Elisabeth Torrens | Aug 26, 2020
Joshua Dofelmire | Aug 26, 2020

No it says they are online but I drove to Petaluma for nothing last week.. I was able to get my license renewal online though if that helps

is santa rosa or any local DMV open tomorrow

John Scaliatine | Aug 26, 2020
Scott Neuman | Aug 26, 2020

Don't know. Call them.

when's the best time for to go to the petaluma dmv for a real id if I don't have an appointment?

Brooks Palmer | Aug 26, 2020
Matt M777 | Aug 26, 2020

You can check the wait times online. That is your best option

I am going to transfer registration from Co to Ca on a Horse trailer...do I need to bring the trailer in or will the title be enough to register in Ca

Beth LaRochelle | Aug 26, 2020
Lindi Jameson | Aug 26, 2020

Bring both

Is it open today ?

ranbir sidhu | Aug 26, 2020
alex reyes | Aug 26, 2020

Yes

can i renew my CDL in petaluma if my address is in Chico

Michael Clifford | Aug 26, 2020
Sarah Paulekas | Aug 26, 2020

Im pretty sure you can go to any DMV in California to do your business.

Why does the DMV NOT OPEN UNTIL 9???? AM

Mary Windhorst | Aug 26, 2020
Matthew Seghezzi | Aug 26, 2020

DMV has opened at 9 a.m. on Wednesdays for over 15 years for mandatory State meetings for employees. The Petaluma office opens at 7 a.m. Monday Tuesday Thursday and Friday. The 9 a.m. open is posted on the website

My driver license expired, I sent the replace form by mail and I haven’t received the new one. Is this usual?

arturo ortega | Aug 26, 2020
Carlos Garcia | Aug 26, 2020

Yes I duo received a new one

Do I have to make an appoiment to get a driver license

Zuly Flores | Aug 26, 2020
Princess Love | Aug 26, 2020

If you want to spend half your day waiting in line you dont have to have an appointment. But i would make an appointment it will get you through a little faster.

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Is DMV open 5 days a week

Marylee Georges | Aug 27, 2019
Kim Guardado | Aug 26, 2020

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how do i make an appointment to get real ID Thank you

Cathy Kline Saunders | Aug 27, 2019
Zina Beck | Aug 27, 2019

Online

Is the DMV open on Saturday?

Cherryl Coook | Aug 27, 2019
Lorenzo Valentine | Aug 27, 2019

Yes

Do I need a driver licenses to get a tag

Juan Ortega | Aug 27, 2019
Steph Selby | Aug 26, 2020

Yes, you need a license to register a car and renew it

Is there a time that's led busy

Susan Wise | Aug 27, 2019
Veronica Robinson | Aug 27, 2019

12 to 1

What would be the process to register a travel trailer that has no paperwork and no physical licence plates in the vehicle?

Steve Gomez | Aug 27, 2019
Rhonda Torre | Aug 27, 2019

Ask for a duplicate registration and title. On the trailer, see if you can find any type of identa-plate with any numbers on it that you can give to the DMV. Good Luck!

can I walk in an make appt. for written drivers test

Nora Dial | Aug 27, 2019
Sal Lopez | Aug 27, 2019

The way it works you go and apply for the licence and go to all the process and then you do the test. If you pass it you get the driving trst appointment .

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To renew a license, do I need an appointment?

Jazmin Rico | Aug 27, 2019
Sal Lopez | Aug 27, 2019

I've been around 4:30 pm and I've been lucky that there are few people (no appointment)

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how do i make an appointment?

Gale Zimmerman | Aug 27, 2019
Steph Selby | Aug 26, 2020

By calling them, setting one up online via their website, or going in to make an appointment. Usually a person in the front desk will help you with it.

My license expires on my birthday on March 4, 2019. The earlier appointment I could get to renew my license with you was on April 2, 2019. What do I do about this? Thank you.

Nancy Bosch | Aug 27, 2019
Shaly houchen | Aug 27, 2019

go in without an appointment it will take longer but they will take you. I recommend right when they open

I got my permit and you guys made the expiration date before six months when I’m supposed to take my test. What do I do about this?

Jasmine Serrano | Aug 27, 2019
Sal Lopez | Aug 27, 2019

Yo can get the test any time you are confortable to do it.

Do I need any documents to apply California id

Priyanka Magar | Aug 27, 2019
Sal Lopez | Aug 27, 2019

Social security # ,proof of residence ,green card or passport.

do I need an appt for a problem with car registration

Hope Stewart | Aug 27, 2019
Sal Lopez | Aug 27, 2019

Yes, because if they have to fix it, the person who is in the information window, will give you a number to see another employee to fix it for you.

What time Do they open?

maribeth feroah | Aug 27, 2019
Steph Selby | Aug 26, 2020

They are open most days and closed on federal holidays. Usually from 8am-5pm

Do my parents need to be there in order to get my permit or ID? Or do they just need need to sign the application ?

Jasmine Serrano | Aug 27, 2019
Sal Lopez | Aug 27, 2019

How old are you? If you are under 18.. yes your parents have to be eith you.

Can I take the motorcycle written & dri ing test today?

Brian Shannon | Aug 27, 2019
Debbie Larosa | Aug 27, 2019

Petaluma dmv is closed today. Santa rosa is open and you can take a written test today only

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Can I make an appointmetn to get a new California ID card? What date are we required to have them? Do they act like a passport?

Sharon Scherrman | Aug 27, 2018
Bryan Johnson | Aug 27, 2018

Yes you csn make an appointment to get the new drivers license\ ID but make sure you have the reauured documents even if your are a us citizen.....that information is on the calif dmv website as all the other answers to many questions ...Especially if you want the right answers

I lost my driving permit how do I get it replaced

sylvia mwaura | Aug 27, 2018
Martin Onofre | Aug 27, 2018

Go to d.m.v

Is there a bathroom

Jasmine Castro | Aug 27, 2018
Rick Bale | Aug 27, 2018

Yes.

Do I need appointment to take the written test ????

Sam Pillus | Aug 27, 2018
Rick Bale | Aug 27, 2018

No you don't need an appointment to take the written test. I did it. Appts do reduce time wait slightly.

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make an appointment

Ralph Easterling | Aug 27, 2018
saidnadeem hashimi | Aug 27, 2018

How can imake an appointment

Can I get a new license-I moved from Novato- on line, or do i have to come in?

Andrew Meyers | Aug 27, 2018
Isabelle Smock | Aug 27, 2018

My license is expired. I am 80 ages, how can I get a valid license. I can not drive now.

If I lost my permit will they print me a new one ?

Chantrelle Drake | Aug 27, 2018
Michele Montgomery | Aug 27, 2018

Yes. If you are under 18 you WILL need to fill out form DL44 with parents signatures again.

If there is appt for me today for driving test and I am a bit late can I still take it?

Rachel Perry | Aug 27, 2017
Michele Montgomery | Aug 27, 2018

Give yourself plentyof time. Also make SURE you have your permit CURRENT registration and insurance on you when you come into the office. If under 18 make SURE you have your Behind the Wheel Completion Certificate if under 18 into the office with you. If you are almost 18, you took 1 drive with an instructor and had held permit for 6 months you ARE NOT able to take drive test until you complete course or ate 18 yrs old. Go to Window 1 line to check in DO NOT wait in other lines or put vehicle under over hang until instructed to.

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