Dear Friends,
As many residents may have noticed, on June 3rd, 2024 the California DMV reduced the amount of services provided at office locations. Knowing what services are no longer provided in person as well as alternative methods is key to ensuring everyone can get their business done quickly and efficiently.
The following services are no longer offered at DMV office locations:
- Vehicle Registration Renewal
- Driver License and ID Card Renewal (with no in-office requirements)
- Driver License and ID Card Replacement
- Driver and Vehicle Record Requests
These services can now be completed digitally or remotely through:
- The DMV’s Online Services Portal
- DMV Kiosks
- Alameda Safeway 2227 South Shore Center, Alameda CA 9450
- Emeryville Pak’N Save 3889 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville CA 94608
- Oakland Coliseum DMV Field Office 501 85th Avenure, Oakland CA 94612
- Oakland Claremont DMV Field Office 5300 Claremont Ave., Oakland, CA 94518
- By United States Postal Service Mail
This change is expected to vastly improve wait times, with visits to DMV offices expected to drop by 2.4 million per year. Further information on the changes can be found on the DMV webpage, by calling (800)777-0133, or by contacting my District Office to help you. Together, we are committed to enhancing efficiency and accessibility for all.
Yours in Service,
Mia Bonta
Assemblymember, 18th District
In this newsletter, you'll find the following information:
- Section 1: Signing Up for Veteran Benefits Through the DMV
- Section 2: California DMV Interpreter Services
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Section 1: Signing Up for Veteran Benefits Through the DMV
California Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Veterans Affairs have teamed up to make sure veterans are receiving access and support with DMV services. You may also contact CalVet at (877) 741-8532 or Alameda County CalVet at (510) 577-3547 for more information.
Section 2: California DMV Interpreter Services
The DMV has language interpreters for 12 different languages: American Sign Language, Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Farsi, Hindi, Korean Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.