Connecticut DMV Information & Resources

Whether you’re getting your learner's permit, a temporary or a permanent license, we’ll help you find the closest Connecticut DMV so you’ll know where to go to get it. Instantly locate your nearest office, the hours of operation, address, contact information, payment options, and specific services.
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Connecticut DMV Services

The Department of Motor Vehicles takes care of all driver and vehicle services in the state of Connecticut. The DMV has locations sprinkled throughout the state. It’s important to understand what the different offices provide. Then, you will be certain to the correct office.

Types of Offices in Connecticut

Connecticut has five types of offices. DMV Hub Offices are full-service centers. You can get anything you need if you visit one of these offices.

DMV Limited Service Offices provide all of the registration services, but they are limited in regards to licensing. They do provide some licensing services, but they are not full-service licensing centers.

DMV Photo License Centers provide license renewals. They also have some registration services available, but those services are limited.

DMV Appointment Only Locations require an appointment to visit. Depending on the office you visit, you can take a driver’s license test, take a CDL test, or renew your license. One of the offices also offers limited registration services.

Finally, AAA License Renewal Locations provide license renewal services. These offices do not offer CDL or endorsement renewals.

If you decide to visit one of these offices in person, check the wait times online. Then, you will know if it is a good day to visit the DMV.

Online Services

The DMV also has some online services. You can renew your registration or replace damaged plates online. You can also cancel your registration and license plates. In addition, you can make payments on your suspended license using the online tool.

Get Your Forms Online

You can speed up your trip to the DMV by printing your forms online. Then, you won’t have to fill them out when you are at the DMV. Fill them out ahead of time and take care of business quickly.

Contact

You can reach the DMV by phone from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Monday through Friday. It is best to call on Wednesdays throughout the day or on Thursday mornings.

Within Hartford area or outside of Connecticut: 860-263-5700
The rest of Connecticut: 800-842-8222
Department of Motor Vehicles
60 State St.
Wethersfield, CT 06161

While most DMV centers in Connecticut close at 5pm, we encourage you to visit earlier during hours of operation to be sure you get the help you need.

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New Haven

Waterbury

720 Wolcott St.

(203) 765-4222

Waterbury

490 Union St. Brass Mill Center Mall

(800) 842-8222

Waterbury

2210 Thomaston Ave.

(800) 842-8222

Waterbury

835 Wolcott Street

(800) 222-8252

Waterbury

490 Union Street

Hamden

1985 State St.

(800) 842-8222

Hamden

2276 Whitney Ave.

(203) 765-4222

Derby

12 Main St. Railroad Station

(800) 842-8222

Derby

12 Main St.

(800) 842-8222

Milford

70 West River Drive Parson

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Milford

827 Bridgeport Ave.

(203) 765-4222

Orange

527 Boston Post Road

(203) 765-4222

Hartford

Hartford

Reserve Road

(860) 263-5700

Hartford

60 State St.

(800) 842-8222

Hartford

101 Reserve Road

(860) 263-5700

Hartford

137 Henry Street

Plainville

17 Farmington Ave. Old Canal Square

(800) 842-4320

Plainville

17 Farmington Ave.

(800) 842-4320

Enfield

4 Pearson Way

(800) 842-8222

Enfield

109 Elm St.

(800) 842-4320

West Hartford

815 Farmington Ave.

(800) 842-4320

Manchester

1500 G Pleasant Valley Road

(800) 842-4320

Fairfield

Stamford

1101 High Ridge Road High Ridge Center

(203) 388-2189

Stamford

1101 High Ridge Road

(203) 388-2189

Stamford

888 Washington Boulevard 6th Floor

Stamford

137 Henry Street

Danbury

93 Lake Ave.

(203) 765-4222

Danbury

2 Lee Mac Ave.

(800) 842-8222

Norwalk

540 Main Ave.

(800) 842-8222

Norwalk

495 Westport Avenue

(800) 222-8252

Stratford

555 Lordship Blvd.

(203) 765-4222

Fairfield

1201 Kings Highway

(800) 222-8252

Middlesex

Middletown

386 Main St. Main Street Market

(800) 842-8222

Middletown

386 Main St.

(800) 842-8222

Old Saybrook

210 Main St.

(800) 842-4320

Old Saybrook

7 Custom Drive

(800) 842-8222

Cromwell

34 Shunpike Road

(800) 842-4320

Litchfield

New Milford

47 Bridge Street

Winsted

151 Torrington Road

(800) 842-8222

New London

Waterford

117 Boston Post Road Waterford Shopping Plaza

(800) 842-4320

Morgan

Putnam

165 Kennedy Drive

(800) 842-8222

Windham

Willimantic

1557 West Main St.

(800) 842-8222

Saint Francois

Norwich

173 Salem Turnpike

(800) 842-8222

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