Capitola DMV

Category: Department of motor vehicles

Address: 4200 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010, 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

Michelle Whitesell

Jul 21, 2022

DMV has finally got it together. I was met at the front door by a nice gentleman who gave me a number, checked the progress for me and told me there was one number before me and it would only be few minutes wait. That never happened before. He was correct! I only waited a few minutes and I was called to the counter where a nice lady helped me. Not only 5 minutes later I was walking out the door with a smile on my face. Thank you for your help!

Jason Bennett

May 17, 2022

Capitola DMV has a great staff. Quick service. Normally you hear the classic complaint about the DMV being slow. In my experience, going at different times of the day, Capitola DMV gets our business taken care of in an average of a half hour.

Rachel Gerber

May 11, 2022

Capitola DMV is amazing. I’ve never waited more than 20 minutes for service and all the staff is helpful and pleasant. This is the best DMV location I’ve been to.

Jeanette Roland

Apr 14, 2022

Actually this was one of my best experiences with DMV. I don't know if more people are doing their stuff on line or what but hardly anyone was there around 12:35 on a Wednesday afternoon. The clerk was very nice and friendly and I was out of there by 1:05.

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Questions & Answers

When is the best time to go without an appointment?

86pirates | Sep 7, 2018
Maria C | Sep 7, 2018

Probably when it opens.

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When is the best time to go without an appointment?

Claudia Riege | Sep 7, 2018
sterling crispin | Sep 7, 2018

1pm

is there a Kiosk for vehicle registration ?

Eliot Kalman | Sep 7, 2018
C Lion | Aug 30, 2022

no, try the aaa office

what hours are you open

Andrew Engel | Sep 7, 2018
David Chapman | Sep 7, 2018

What days are you open

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How much are driving report printouts. Anybody know?

Pat Montejano | Jun 8, 2022
Penny Potter | Jul 8, 2022

Look on web site DMV CA

can I renew my dr li early to get one with a real id? mine expires in 2025...

Lesley Moussette | Sep 6, 2021
Gargi Mitra Keeling | Sep 6, 2021

Yes I have done this at other locations and this one should be no different. Plus this location rarely has a line and they are very friendly. You can head on over and they will take care of you

I have a Federal Limits Apply ID. Will I be able to this ID to get on a plane to Nevada?

Tracy Turner | Sep 6, 2020
L Fitzpatrick | Sep 6, 2020

Yes your current Drivers License will work up through 9/30/19. Starting on 10/1/2020 you will need the new Federal ID or valid US Passport when boarding a US airplane.

when is the best time to go without a reservation?

Gwen Shire | Sep 7, 2019
George Gabriel | Sep 7, 2019

I was there last Tuesday at 10 I got my liscence plates in less than 15 minutes.

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how do 1 get a mvr report

Lauden Pharmacy | Sep 7, 2018
Lisa Jackson | Sep 7, 2019

You can either go to the DMV website, or go into the office, and ask for a print out for about $2.

How much to r

Tracy Turner | Sep 7, 2018
Tracy Turner | Sep 7, 2018

How much to renew my ID card

Can you get an ID without an appointment?

Wendy Stevens | Aug 7, 2022
Chris Rodgers | Aug 7, 2022

Yes

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I want real id what documents do I need to bring with me?

Layneang Ky | Jan 9, 2022
Sigrid | Jan 9, 2022

2-ids, i.e passport, birth certificate, CA id or dl, greencard... 2 documents, bills, showing your address(es), utilities and or tax bill... If you have a separate mailing address, these docs MUST show both addresses

Does this place have bike parking or a bike rack somewhere in the vicinity?

Aditya Ravishankar | Dec 10, 2021
Angela Umphrey | Dec 10, 2021

Yes. Bike rack in front

How do I get an ID card because I am not renewing my drivers' license which has Real ID and expired 08/31/2020

A Google User | Nov 10, 2021
Josh Winans | Nov 10, 2021

You should be able to go in and they'll take a new picture, since it's expired

What can I do if I need to take my behind-the-wheel test but I do not have a vehicle?

Clarisa | Nov 10, 2021
Penny Potter | Nov 10, 2021

Rent a car or use a friend's car.

can you weigh my pickup so I can register it. It is from Texas

monte short | Nov 10, 2021
Penny Potter | Nov 10, 2021

I have no idea. Only scale is in Salines. Is it on TX reg. To reg it without buco bucks it has to have sign under hood emissions for a 50 states. Or else use an address in Texas to get their licenses. They can mail the tags to you.

Can I put 1963 lisc plates on my 1964 vehicle

Steven Owens | Sep 6, 2021
K E | Sep 6, 2021

All plates must be registered to the specific vehicle.

I do not have a Social Security number because I am from China what other information do I need other than passport and two proof of address

Joan Anderson | Sep 6, 2021
Ron Trader | Sep 6, 2021

no

Is there any behind the wheel testing going on right now?

Rachel Duffy | Sep 6, 2021
babushka poponick | Sep 6, 2021

No

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how long does it take for the license to arrive when it is renewed

miguel buenabad | Sep 6, 2021
Santiago Perez | Sep 6, 2021

2 weeks

Can I update my address on my ID online? Or do I have to come into the office?

Joshua Kingdom | Sep 6, 2021
Marc Rigo | Sep 6, 2021

Go into the office

Is DMV open during covid for walk ins?

Rini Mayangsari | Sep 6, 2021
Stuart Easson | Sep 6, 2021

It was a couple of weeks ago. I needed to register a trailer and get replacement license plates. I went early. I waited a little while, but was in and out in less than an hour, including the trailer inspection.

I paid my registration and title transfer almost two months ago. Why haven't I received my registration tags in the mail yet?

Tabitha Wilkerson | Sep 6, 2021
Frank Cheap | Sep 6, 2021

Registration tags are usually two weeks in the mail . Title transfer took me about 2 months last time I bought a vehicle. If you call the 800 number they can track it down in the system for you.

How do I get my appointment for the driving test?

Alberto Bautista | Sep 6, 2021
Laura Lezama | Sep 6, 2021

I went directly to the DMV offices to do it.

Is DMV in Capitola has a drop off at the outside, when is closed

Luis Barrientos | Sep 6, 2021
Sheas Heayv | Sep 6, 2021

I can go by & look. I know they have one INSIDE, but I don't know about outside. You could call & ask, IF you can get through. I can't guarantee that I can get back on this spot to answer you.

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I mailed my registerion off at the first of the month and they have not cashed the check yet. Is this due to the slow mail service or should I get concerned?

J. S. Rogers | Sep 6, 2021
Andrea Todd | Sep 6, 2021

It's a bit frustrating waiting on DMV mail I know. I took myself to the local dmv office and the wait was not long and everyone inside was very nice and helpful. So maybe check with them.

I need to know if we can book an in person appointment for an 18 year old learners permit test and getting his read ID at same time. My grandson, Adam, has completed the application already! thank you !!

Bill Waldron | Sep 6, 2021
John Franklin | Sep 6, 2021

You can. But I think you should not. Get the real ID when he applies for DL. Otherwise you will end up having to have two IDs. One DL and the other one for federal checks

Is Capitola DMV making appointments NOW?

Bill C | Sep 6, 2020
JANE N | Sep 6, 2020

Yes. I finally got my license.

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I received an extention on my DL to 9-24-20, i am 75 years old do i get a longer extension since i was born may 27,1945

John Warner | Sep 6, 2020
James Smith | Sep 6, 2020

Answer only available from the DMV

What's the best way to apply for renewal of ID card?

Anne Banuelos | Sep 6, 2020
Gail MacLaughlin | Sep 6, 2020

Online is the best way. If you have to have in-person help, you can get an appointment. But ONLY if you need to, according to the DMV.

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When Dmv in Santa Cruz open ?

Layneang Ky | Sep 6, 2020
Stephanie Soto | Sep 6, 2020

As far as I see it.. they were supposed to open today

what papers should I bring to renew driver licence and get an id card

A Google User | Sep 6, 2020
رسول نوجوانی | Sep 6, 2021

Hi can I chat you in the talagrlm

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are you open on Presidents Day?

Tina Wanty | Sep 6, 2020
torres Guerrero | Sep 6, 2020

No never

how do I schedule an appt

Dawn Roh | Sep 6, 2020
amber mcmeans | Sep 6, 2020

Call the DMV toll free number or use their website.

my drivers licence expires oct 12th,this sat.still not received new one the non airport etc type.I am a home care RN and so will not be able to work,what am I to do?

Lee Plastow | Sep 6, 2020
Lee Plastow | Sep 6, 2020

this is not LEE PLASTOW I do not know how my nephews name is showing up.! my name is christine plastow.i need an answer asap to the above question

I moved here on Sept 6 of this year. How long do I have to get a California drivers license and plates?

edwin wise | Sep 6, 2020
Desiree Beltran | Sep 6, 2020

20 days

Do You have the driving booklets?

Sue Wilson | Sep 6, 2020
amber mcmeans | Sep 6, 2020

Yes, the DMV has booklets about Drivers rules of the road.

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Is this DMV in capitola ever open saturdays

SgtRockKandy831 | Sep 7, 2019
Mack Mohan | Sep 7, 2019

No

How do I talk to an actual person? The next open appointment is in August so I called to ask if I could take ny written test without an appointment (I'd rather wait all day than all summer) but it was an automated system to make appointments

Raphael Morgan | Sep 7, 2019
James Duncan | Sep 7, 2019

Yes, you may walk in without an appointment at any time they're open. The day I went in there would've been very little waiting. They took me about 25 mins. early for my appointment even. It went very slick.

What do I need to do to get the black license plates?

Vairagya Eiger | Sep 7, 2019
James Duncan | Sep 7, 2019

You'll need to search the DMV website. They sell numerous types of license plates for every taste.

Can I get a driver's license and register my car at the Capitola MVD? The system won't allow me to make an appointment and it's the closest location to UCSC.

Lilly Diamond | Sep 7, 2019
Jemil Zein | Sep 7, 2019

Yes. This DMV is very systemic. They know how to expedite the process. There is a nice gentleman there to guide people to show which window to go to.

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I am a CA resident with a vacation home in Oregon. If I purchase a vehicle in Oregon, what is required to get it registered here in CA. Are there special regulations, fees, etc? Thanks, Diane

Diane West-Bourke | Sep 7, 2019
Roger Spicer | Sep 7, 2019

CA vehicles must have a catalytic converter/ emissions control device and pass a SMOG test before they can be registered

When do I have to take a written test in order to renew my drivers license

A Google User | Sep 7, 2019
Victor Wright | Sep 6, 2021

I received my license 14years ago then I moved to Reno and just let my license go now I'm back in Santa cruse ca I have no tickets or anything against my.old license do I have to take the driveing part of the cal driveing test and the written or just the written part or do I just have to pay the license fee I've never had an acendent or dui or parking tickets got it at16years had a ca lic over fourty years perfect driveing rec

how to make an appointmernt

Gwen Shire | Sep 7, 2019
Roger Spicer | Sep 7, 2019

Go to dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/dmv/onlinesvcs/appointment

Do the seller and buyer of a car need to get a bill of sale and both parties sign

Elizabeth King | Sep 7, 2019
Greg Bahue | Sep 7, 2019

It's a good idea. Don't think it is mandatory.

How do I make an appointment

Martha Mangan | Sep 7, 2019
831 Santa Cruz | Sep 7, 2019

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/dmv/onlinesvcs/appointment

When I change a car under my name do I need a smog check.

Antonio Gutierrez | Sep 7, 2019
Lisa Jackson | Sep 7, 2019

Yes. To change the car into your name it must pass a smog test. But, when buying a used car, the seller is required by law to have a less than 90 day old smog test to give you with the car.

I have a NC drivers license that will expire next month (November cause its my birthday). So I need to renew it and have a CA drivers license ASAP. What all do I need to do in order to do that?

James Q. | Sep 7, 2019
santos garcia | Sep 7, 2019

Proof of residency, birth certificate, nc id, passport if you have one

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Can i walk to to start my application for permit and written test

jennica boissicat | Sep 7, 2019
Greg Bahue | Sep 7, 2019

Yes. If you want to get a license for travel there are a number of things that you have to bring to dmv, passport, utility bill social security or w2. Look online for the list.

My 18 year old daughter got her license 3 months ago, she has a 17 year old brother that needs rides at times, can she do it legally?

CARLOS LOPEZ | Sep 7, 2019
Raphael Morgan | Sep 7, 2019

I believe it's legal because she's 18

What is the typical wait time?

Sydney Jones | Sep 7, 2018
Kathleen Laughlin 102510 | Sep 7, 2018

Forever and a day.

Will i need a birth certificate for my written test even if i have a CA. State ID

Francisco Hernandez | Sep 7, 2018
Lisa Jackson | Sep 7, 2019

No. The DMV already has your information.

Lost DMV Plackard dosabled?

Janine Allio | Sep 7, 2018
Lisa Jackson | Sep 7, 2019

Just go into DMV, and request a new one. They will give you the form you need.

Can I change my home address and get an updated drivers license using the DMV website?

peter clark | Sep 7, 2018
Bobby Gillit | Sep 7, 2018

They are both separate. US postal service has a website as well.

i had a 8am appointment this morning that i misplaced on my calendar. can i reschedule?

Dan Friedman | Sep 7, 2018
Tarek Azoz | Sep 7, 2018

You need to find a new one or walk in.

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can I pay fee with credit card?

Linda Raffel | Sep 7, 2018
Luke Murdock | Sep 7, 2018

You can use a debit card I did last time I was there.

what identification is needed for a replacement driver's license?

kendon smith | Sep 7, 2018
Lisa Jackson | Sep 7, 2019

None. You just need to know your name, birthdate, and address (ID/ License number is helpful, but not mandatory).

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Do I need to make an appointment for a Lerner's Permit test or can you just walk in and take it?

Andrea Sinclair | Sep 7, 2018
Tarek Azoz | Sep 7, 2018

It's always better to make an appointment because lines will be shorter the problem is that appointments are usually not available for at least two weeks. Good luck.

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my brother has to take the driving test today I have to be with him?

Jesus Velasco | Sep 7, 2018
Luke Murdock | Sep 7, 2018

I don't think you'd have to be with him to take his driver's test but that would be a question for the DMV.

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