Driver’s License

DMV 11 W. Alma Ave.
Appointment Information 408-341-1350
M. Tu. Fri 8:00-5:00, Wed. 9:00- 5:00, Thurs 8:00-6:30

Provide proof of residency and local car insurance and present prior license information. If you possess a valid driver’s license you will only need to take a written exam and eye test.

Vehicle Registration

New state residents are required to register their vehicle within 20 days of moving. Provide a completed application form, out-of-state title, and your vehicle to a DMV office for verification of VIN number. A smog certificate is required on all vehicles and must be presented within 90 days of registering your vehicle. Vehicles purchased within 90 days of moving to California may be subject to additional sales tax.

Parking Violations call 408-298-0736

Pets

Humane Society of Santa Clara 408-727-3383
South Bay-In Defense of Animals 408-927-9281

State DMV Web Sites

Most state motor vehicle departments have their own web sites. They can be excellent information tools for everything from smog emissions information to vehicle registration forms. Just use the pulldown menu below to jump to the DMV site for your chosen state.