DMV hours

Most California DMV field offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Saturday and Sunday. About 60 select CA DMV offices (Costa Mesa, Hollywood, San Jose, El Cajon, San Diego Normal St, West Covina, Moreno Valley, and others) DO open Saturday with reduced hours, typically 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The CA DMV public information line is 1-800-777-0133. California DMV observes 12 state holidays as full closures (including Cesar Chavez Day on March 31).

This page focuses on the California DMV – the largest state DMV in the United States with around 230 field offices and the source of most DMV-hours searches. If you live in another state (NJ MVC, NY DMV, FL DHSMV, TX DPS, etc.), see the FAQ below for how to find your state’s DMV hours.

This page covers California DMV field office hours (most offices run Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Saturday and Sunday at most locations – though about 60 select offices including Costa Mesa, Hollywood, El Cajon, San Jose, and San Diego Normal Street DO open Saturday with reduced hours), the holiday closure schedule (12 California state holidays including Cesar Chavez Day and the Day After Thanksgiving), and the public information phone line at 1-800-777-0133.

Two California DMV specifics worth knowing: most field offices stay open through lunch (no midday closure – this is a frequent search), and CA DMV is state-funded so federal government shutdowns do not close DMV offices. Use the office finder below for your specific location’s hours.

Is DMV open today?

DMV generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.

DMV weekly hours

DMV holiday hours

Is DMV open on Saturday?

Most California DMV field offices are CLOSED on Saturday. About 60 select offices statewide DO open Saturday with reduced hours, typically 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Saturday-open CA DMV offices include Costa Mesa, Hollywood, San Jose, El Cajon, San Diego Normal Street, West Covina, Moreno Valley, Yuba City, Santa Rosa, Fullerton, San Luis Obispo, plus several Bay Area and Los Angeles area offices. Use the CA DMV office finder at dmv.ca.gov/portal/locations and filter for 'Saturday' to see Saturday-open offices near you. Saturday-open offices fill up faster than weekday offices; appointments are strongly recommended.

Is DMV open on Sunday?

All California DMV field offices are closed on Sunday statewide. There are no Sunday-open CA DMV offices anywhere. If you need to handle a DMV task on Sunday, the CA DMV virtual office at dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv-virtual-office handles many transactions online (driver's license renewals, vehicle registration renewals, change of address, etc.) and is available 24/7. DMV Now self-service kiosks at participating Albertsons, Vons, and Safeway grocery stores also operate during the store's regular hours, including Sunday.

Find a DMV store near me

Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official DMV store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.

DMV hours - frequently asked questions

Which California DMV offices are open on Saturday?

About 60 select CA DMV offices statewide are open Saturday with reduced hours, typically 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Saturday-open offices include Costa Mesa, Hollywood, San Jose, El Cajon, San Diego Normal Street, West Covina, Moreno Valley, Yuba City, Santa Rosa, Fullerton, San Luis Obispo, and several Bay Area and Los Angeles locations. Use the office finder at dmv.ca.gov/portal/locations and filter for 'Saturday' to confirm hours at your nearest Saturday-open office.

What time does California DMV close?

Most California DMV field offices close at 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. Saturday-open offices typically close at 1:00 PM (Saturday hours are reduced compared to weekdays). Most CA DMV offices stay open through lunch with no midday closure - you can visit during the noon hour. The 5 PM closing time is consistent across most offices; appointments are strongly recommended to avoid wait times.

Is California DMV open today?

California DMV field offices are open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Wednesdays open at 9:00 AM), closed at most offices on Saturday and Sunday. CA DMV is also closed on 12 California state holidays (Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Juneteenth). The CA DMV virtual office at dmv.ca.gov is available 24/7 for online transactions.

Will California DMV be open tomorrow?

Tomorrow's CA DMV hours depend on the day of the week and holiday observance. Default schedule is Monday 8 AM-5 PM, Wednesday 9 AM-5 PM, Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 8 AM-5 PM, most offices closed Saturday and Sunday (about 60 offices open Saturday until 1 PM). California state holidays close all field offices. Check the office finder for tomorrow's specific hours at your nearest CA DMV.

Why are some DMV offices closed on Mondays? Is California DMV closed Monday?

California DMV is OPEN on Monday at all field offices (regular 8 AM-5 PM hours). The 'closed on Monday' question usually comes from people thinking of NJ MVC (New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission) - which is a different state agency that runs Tuesday through Saturday and is closed Monday. CA DMV runs the full Monday-Friday schedule plus select Saturday-open offices.

Does California DMV close for lunch?

No - most California DMV field offices stay open continuously through the noon hour with no lunch closure. You can visit any CA DMV office during the lunch break of the working day. (A few smaller rural offices may close briefly mid-day - check the specific office's posted hours via the dmv.ca.gov office finder if you're heading to a smaller office.)

Is California DMV open during a federal government shutdown?

Yes. California DMV is fully state-funded and is NOT affected by federal government shutdowns. Field offices stay open on their regular schedule even when federal agencies are closed. (Federal facilities like Social Security offices, US Post Offices, and IRS offices DO close during a federal shutdown - those are separate agencies.)

Is California DMV open on holidays?

California DMV closes on 12 California state holidays: New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday), Cesar Chavez Day (March 31, CA-specific), Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day (July 4), Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving (CA-specific), and Christmas Day. CA DMV does NOT observe Columbus Day - field offices stay open that Monday. Easter is Sunday (closed regardless).

What is the California DMV phone number?

The California DMV public information line is 1-800-777-0133. Phone hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, closed weekends. The phone line handles general questions; specific transaction help (driver's license, registration, title) is also available through the dmv.ca.gov virtual office at dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv-virtual-office, available 24/7.

How do I find DMV hours for a state other than California?

If you're in another state, visit your state's DMV (or MVC, DPS, BMV, MVA - state agency name varies). Direct links: New York DMV at dmv.ny.gov, Florida DHSMV at flhsmv.gov, Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov, New Jersey MVC at nj.gov/mvc (closed Mondays), Pennsylvania at dmv.pa.gov, Illinois at ilsos.gov, Washington at dol.wa.gov. The USA.gov directory at usa.gov/state-motor-vehicle-services lists every state's DMV agency with hours and contact info.

How do I find a California DMV office near me?

Use the official CA DMV office finder at dmv.ca.gov/portal/locations. Enter your ZIP code or city, and the locator returns nearby CA DMV field offices with each office's current daily hours, services available, and whether it's a Saturday-open office. Many California Albertsons, Vons, and Safeway grocery stores also have DMV Now self-service kiosks for renewals - the locator shows those too. The map below shows nearby CA DMV offices on Google Maps.

Do I need an appointment to visit California DMV?

Appointments are strongly recommended at California DMV - walk-in service is available but typically involves waits of 1 to 3 hours, sometimes longer at busy offices. Book an appointment at dmv.ca.gov/portal/appointments. Many transactions (driver's license renewal, vehicle registration renewal, change of address) can be completed entirely online at the virtual office, with no field office visit needed.

DMV customer service: 1-800-777-0133 - call to confirm hours or ask questions.

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Last verified: May 2026 against DMV's official store locator and press releases.

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