Fastest and most friendly dmv I've ever been to! Much love to this office!
Vicki Baum
Jul 7, 2022
They were efficient. Which honestly is all you can ask for in a DMV. They weren't rude but they weren't... jovial, let's say... all in all a satisfactory experience. Get an appointment!
Niko T
Mar 18, 2022
If I was able to give this place a zero I’d give it in a heartbeat. My situation was that when I paid for my registration it had a hold (citation) of $81 from Fastrack. Actually when I called Fastrack it turned out that they mistakenly charged me and so they dismissed the $81 but in order to receive my refund for it I needed a proof from the DMV that the money were paid. I went back to the DMV and they told me that there’s nothing they can do for me. So I spoke with a manager Evelyn who unfortunately was not really helpful and had an attitude. She also was not really knowledgeable and gave me misinformation to my questions. Which is really sad.
Alex Leon
Feb 24, 2022
I have been here two times and both times they were very fast and helpful i had to renew my Real ID and I was in and out in exactly 20 minutes since i had done the confirmation online already that saved some time great place will be going there for my DMV needs.
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Questions & Answers
I've been ill - have Dr. info. My license expired May 7,2018. I cannot get an appointment near where I live until July. How do I get an extension so I'm not driving illegally?
mimi calpestri | Aug 28, 2018
Michaela Johnson | Aug 27, 2020
I would say go in and wait in line. Probably worth the wait.
I need to renew my driver's license and I need to complete a written test. Do I need to make an appointment or can I just show up?
Alain Efron | Aug 28, 2018
Tesse Wolfson | Aug 28, 2018
You have to make an appointment.
what hours is the DMV corte madera open
Jane Smith | Aug 27, 2020
deepty bhardwaj | Aug 27, 2020
7 a.m.
At what time does DMV Corte Madera open
Frank Vernic | Aug 27, 2021
M S | Aug 27, 2021
8am. They suggest coming 30 minutes earlier to get in line and get cleared for Covid. They close at 5, but stop taking people in line at 4pm so last minute visits are out if you need to see a person at a window. Edit: I'm not sure about Wednesday as Google shows them open at 9am. If that's the case I'd apply the same logic an hour forward.
Do I have to make an appointment for reviewing my documents for getting a Real ID?
Haggai Niv | Aug 13, 2022
What About (that one dude) | Aug 13, 2022
No appointments needed
Can I walk in to get a replacement of title
or do I need to make an appointmemt?
Tayeko Kaufman | Aug 6, 2022
Alberto Frigerio | Aug 13, 2022
You may walk in!
How do I get a duplicate pink slip. Can I do this online or can I come in person. I have an interested buyer and need the pink slip ASAP.
Tayeko Kaufman | Aug 6, 2022
Guy McDudeson | Aug 6, 2022
Should be no problem
I have an appointment on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 1:10pm. at the Corte Madera Office to get a Real Calif License . May I change the date to 9/2/2022? I can come at any time that day. Thank you
Carol Babcock | Jul 30, 2022
Sal Mendoza | Jul 30, 2022
You can always reschedule online, any time.😊
How do I make an Appointment
Richard Welch | May 29, 2022
Justin Huff | May 29, 2022
Go online or call them.
need to renew license by Saturday the 19th of March....would like to come in person to DMV today...Corte Madera office..can I just drop in and pay?
April Flowers | Mar 30, 2022
Alex Leon | Mar 30, 2022
They accept walk-ins if that's what your asking
I got a temporary driver license extension for 2020. My birthday is coming up again (12/21/2021). I didn't receive a renewal notice, what should I do?
Susanne Chase | Dec 30, 2021
Michelle Danzy-Hersey | Dec 30, 2021
Get you license. Wear your mask. Take all of the necessary items like birth certificate and 2 bills in. PG&E and water so that you can get the real ID and don't have to be in a rush later.
Do I need an appointment to replace my lost license?
Jim Whelpley | Oct 31, 2021
Yael Nishry | Oct 31, 2021
Not necessarily. You can make an appointment or you can walk in. With an appointment you are less likely to have to wait a long time.
Can i pick up a DMV handbook in Corte Madera field office?
Miss Murry Design | Oct 1, 2021
Jennifer Sayle | Oct 31, 2021
Yes
Do I have to make an appointment if I need to renew my license & take vision test/thumbprint and photo re-
DAVID MARTIN | Aug 27, 2021
DATE TAYLOR | Aug 27, 2021
Yes you do! But they do alow drop in. Your wait time could be as long as 1hr. Good luck..
My current driver's license expires the first week in december. I am 71 years old. I last took the test and eye examination in December 2017. Do you think they will let me renew online for another 4 years, or will I have to go to DMV and take the test again? My driving record is excellent.
How can I make an appointment for a verbal permit test online?
Kamilla Hamato | Aug 27, 2021
Ray Lew | Aug 27, 2021
I dont know what a verbal permit test is. But I took my uncle to get his written permit test and the line was only 5 minutes. I always drive there from San Francisco as there are very little people in line.
Do I need to make an appointment to turn in my completed form REG 195 for a Disabled Person Placard and get the placard?
David Moller | Aug 27, 2021
Vincent Jung | Aug 27, 2021
There was no wait when I got there...
I need to renew my disabled person parking placard and will have the doctor's request form in few days. At that time may I call and set up an appointment at the Corde Madera branch? Last year I had to go through Sacremento and it took months.
Wanda Henson | Aug 27, 2021
Josef Aukee | Aug 27, 2021
You can make online appointments.
do I need to show up to renew my drivers license? I am 71 yers old.
Jerome Bernal | Aug 27, 2021
John Patrick | Aug 27, 2021
If you plan flying you need a REAL ID and that does require you to visit in person. Otherwise, with your license renewal there should be instructions to renew online. I believe once you turn 75 you need to retest
how can I make an appointment for the DP placard at Corte Madera, CA
Raya Hanlon | Aug 27, 2021
Emil Arutinovi | Aug 27, 2021
Usually i just go there with no appointment and it is not taking long to wait.. 20 min max ...the only thing is make sure u have all proper documents to to get it ..
Can I just show up without appointment to turn in old plates and pick up new personalized plates that are ready?
Linda Blum | Aug 27, 2021
H Miller | Aug 27, 2021
Yes, they will take your temp, ask a few questions then assign you a number. Take your place in line or stay in your car, a text will alert you once your number is called.
I have an abandoned car in my family's drive way how do I get rid of it?
Oya Atashkarian | Aug 27, 2021
Paul Shea | Aug 27, 2021
My son just got rid of his car that was in an accident. Call Pick-n-Pull there's one in Richmond and there's one in Santa Santa Rosa. They should give you some money for it my son didn't get much for his but they gave him something. But if call Pick-n-Pull hopefully you have the title for it
I've recently moved to Greenbrea, CA from CT. My license is due to expire on 11/24/2020. Can I schedule an appointment. What documents do I need to bring with me to renew my license and change my address to CA?
Susan Asermely | Aug 27, 2021
Paul Shea | Aug 27, 2021
Get on the internet and go to the DMV website and that will tell you everything and will most likely be able to help you with everything you've got there.
Can I make an appt. to renew car registration?
Carla Miller | Aug 27, 2021
Randy | Aug 27, 2021
No. There not making appointments. You need to check and see if it çan be done online. And if not they take there existing appointments first then handle you on a first come first serve basis.
My son is 18 in less than 1 month. He had a drivers permit but it expired. Does he just wait until he’s 18 and can get his license or does he need a permit first? The CA DMV is a bit confusing on this and what happens after 18.
Cara Nordin | Aug 27, 2020
James Orellana | Aug 27, 2020
Complete driver license but dmv people help little not too much his a better go to dvm
If I didn't received a renewal notice, what can I do?
Harry A. Butter II | Aug 27, 2020
Regan Sterling | Aug 27, 2020
If it expires this year just head in anyway at your earliest convenience. You can fill out all of your Renewal and Real ID paper work online at the ID.me website. I would also suggest going to the Corte Madera DMV because the wait times are a lot shorter than surrounding offices. They arent accepting appointments so this is your only option. Good luck!
I paid for my car registration and the agent I spoke with said she would send it in 7-10 business days and I still have not received it in the mail. What should I do?
susan fraser | Aug 27, 2020
Alex S | Aug 27, 2020
Keep waiting. The temp registration you got will suffice until you receive the official copy in the mail should you get pulled over.
My 16 year old daughter has her driver's learners permit and needs to take the "behind the wheel" test to get her license. Is the DMV open for her to schedule and take this test?
Katie Benson | Aug 27, 2020
Jaripeo 510 Sanchez | Aug 27, 2020
Unfortunately no for those transactions until future notice
my child has an appointment for behind the wheel test appointment today are theses happening?
Julie Pollack | Aug 27, 2020
Jaripeo 510 Sanchez | Aug 27, 2020
No, those appointments are cancel until future notice
I purchased a 2013 BMW motorcycle out of state with 2500 miles on it. Can I register it?
Richard Wahlstrom | Aug 27, 2020
Gary Heutmaker | Aug 27, 2020
Yes. You have to start process at dmv ... get temp Registration and then have vehicle inspected by chp (you will need to make an appointment at chp office nearest your residence) about 1-1/2 months is approx timeframe then its back to dmv to finish process.
Yes they do .Si I was just at DMV this past week for 5 hours they always have someone there that translates and you can take the written test in Spanish you can even have somebody verbally give you the test depending
How long does it take to get personalized plates after purchase
Gerard O'Loughlin | Aug 27, 2020
Kenneth Caballero | Aug 27, 2020
Mine took 1 month
How can I talk to a person at the DMV without going into an office? It is impossible to get anyone to answer the telephone.
Nancy Thompson | Aug 28, 2019
Irene Larkins | Aug 27, 2020
I have misplaced my card for disabled parking, How do I replace it?
Do you need an appointment to drop off a release of liability?
marcos carvajal | Aug 28, 2019
A. Tracey | Aug 28, 2019
Yes, or wait in line.
Would you need to make an appointment for a permit test, if not do you just walk in and how long would it take?
sierra reposa | Aug 28, 2019
Edgardo “Guerrero” | Aug 28, 2019
No thanks
What time does this dmv stop administering the question test?
Brandon Savage | Aug 28, 2019
Kolika Omar | Aug 28, 2019
4:30pm
Can I renew my expired drivers license online?
Jerry Downs | Aug 28, 2019
nehemias hernandez | Aug 28, 2019
Yes, you can do that .
I have a 2004 Mazda MPV van. Do I have to have it smogged before I can register it today?
Elmo Chattman, Jr. | Aug 28, 2019
Vic | Aug 28, 2019
To register any car you need to have a smog check and insurance.
MY LICENSE EXPIRES MARCH 6 2019. WHAT IS THE WAITING TIME BEFORE I CAN GET A RENEWAL AND DRIVING TEST?
david galin | Aug 28, 2019
ferlin velasquez | Aug 28, 2019
ASAP
To renew my driver license by mail, do I send a money order to pay for the fee in the same envelope?
It doesn't say how to pay for it. Thanks!!
K Marquez | Aug 28, 2019
Apple Stokes | Aug 28, 2019
I think so but I would call them to make sure first. when you get the form in the mail to renew your drivers license by mail, (anytime I've gotten it) it always comes with a slip for payment options
Go online register yourself have the confirmation code with you you don't have to wait in line you should be in and out within an hour if you go out early enough and if you cannot go early enough there is a company called yogov they can send the guy for you standing in line of course they charge you some money you can find out going by yogov. Com thanks
I purchased a new car and when the plates arrived in the mail, there were not any stickers included. So I have the plates on the car, but there aren't any stickers with the year on it. How can I obtain the stickers to be attached to the plates?
Richard Riezman | Aug 28, 2019
Nelson Cabrera | Aug 28, 2019
You have to go to the nearest DMV and they will provide you new stickers and also new registation. it shouldn't be any cost for that.
Other thing you can do is call to the dealer were you bought the car and explain them what happened
I need to register and title the car in my name as the new owner after buying it from a lease agreement. Do I need an appointment for this?
Thanks, Judy Thier
judythier | Aug 28, 2019
Bart Gershbein | Aug 28, 2019
No next appt in 2019, come in get a # wait will take 2 hours make sure you have any documents come with car needs smog insp Corey madera office is closed toilets not working
Can I come in today for a drivers test
Reema S | Aug 28, 2019
Samuel Benoit | Aug 28, 2019
If had a appointment for a driving test today you can come take and take the test
What do I need to bring to the DMV to get a CA ID card? I do have a drivers license but would like an ID card.
Jane Maher | Aug 28, 2019
Jay Comstock | Aug 28, 2019
You can not have both at the same time. DL or ID only one
I need an appointment to renew my license
Patricia Collins | Aug 28, 2019
Jessica Everhart | Aug 28, 2019
Just walk on late afternoon on Saturday in Novato (3:30 or later), and you can be done and gone in under an hour with no appointment
my DL F5628955 expires 05/052019 as would like to make my behind wheel driving test. When I apply the computer informs me that my license is or will be expired. Please advice
Werner Butz | Aug 28, 2019
Jessica Everhart | Aug 28, 2019
How do you know that you need to take a behind the wheel test? Go in to the office and speak with a technician at the START HERE counter
What form of payment will DMV accept for license renewal?
Robert Danders | Aug 28, 2018
David Wolf | Aug 28, 2018
Just like all the other DMV cash or check no credit cards
I would like a new picture of myself on my drivers license. How do I do this
Gary Burns | Aug 28, 2018
David Wolf | Aug 28, 2018
You have to go to the DMV and pay I believe it's $48 fee and they'll take your picture and if you don't like the picture you want to say you don't like it because once you say you like the picture they sent it to Sacramento and you got to pay another $48 to get it redone
Need a valid ID for my mom, can this be done on the internet?
Keith Hennessey | Aug 28, 2018
Michael Yu | Aug 28, 2018
First time? No. Renewal with renewal notice? Yes.
Took my mom to get her ID renewed (DL under temporary medical suspension) and rcvd temporary paper ID, Actual ID card has not arrived in mail in 60+ days. Online services not available for checking status. Is going back to DMV only option?
Michelle Woods | Aug 28, 2018
Romalloryvonne Heldris | Aug 28, 2018
Yes, ID/ DL cards require in person service the 1 800 number will allow you to see if the document was sent out to the correct address but that's it. Make an apt bring down the document needed to get a "real ID" senior renewal if mom is over 62 and be photo ready. Happy Trails
I paid off car loan and lender says go to DMV to remove lien. What do I need to do?
Patricia Campbell | Aug 28, 2018
Mario L Rivera | Aug 28, 2018
Once car is paid for lender should send you the pink slip of the car
Stolen Driver's License need duplicate, how do I get it
JUDITH CONNER | Aug 28, 2018
Kallol M | Aug 28, 2018
From dmv website:
To replace a California driver's license:
Visit a local California DMV office.
Fill out a Driver's License of Identification Card Application (Form DL44).
Provide proof of your identity, SSN, and residency.
Pay the $27 duplicate license fee.