Connecticut DMV Office Locations and Services
Navigating the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) system can be straightforward when you know where to go and what services are available. This guide provides detailed information on the various DMV office types, their locations, services offered, and how to schedule appointments.
Types of DMV Offices
Connecticut offers several types of DMV offices to cater to different service needs:
Hub Offices
These are full-service DMV locations where you can complete all transactions, including:
- Driver's license and ID services
- Vehicle registration and title services
- Road tests and knowledge tests
Hub Office Locations:
- Bridgeport
- Danbury
- Enfield
- Hamden
- Norwalk
- Old Saybrook
- Waterbury
- Wethersfield
- Willimantic
Limited Service Offices
These offices offer a limited range of services, primarily focusing on vehicle registration and certain licensing services. They do not provide road testing services.
Limited Service Office Locations:
- New Britain
- Norwich
- Putnam
- Stamford
- Winsted
DMV Express Offices
Operated by partners like AAA and Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union, these offices provide limited DMV services, such as:
- License and ID renewals
- Address changes
- Duplicate licenses or IDs
Express Office Locations:
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AAA Locations:
- Avon
- Cromwell
- Danbury
- Enfield
- Fairfield
- Glastonbury
- Manchester
- Norwalk
- Old Saybrook
- Southington
- Waterford
- West Hartford
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Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union:
- Milford
- North Haven
- Norwalk
Note: No Commercial Driver's License (CDL) services are provided at Express Offices.
Scheduling an Appointment
All DMV services are offered by appointment only. To schedule, change, or cancel an appointment:
- Visit the Connecticut DMV Appointment Scheduler
- Select the service you need
- Choose your preferred location and time
Appointments are added regularly, so check back often if your desired time is not immediately available.
Online Services
The Connecticut DMV offers various online services for your convenience, including:
- Renewing your driver's license
- Requesting a duplicate license or ID
- Changing your address
- Renewing vehicle registration
For a complete list of online services, visit the DMV Online Services Portal.
Contact Information
For general inquiries or assistance:
- Phone:
- Within Hartford area or outside Connecticut: 860-263-5700
- Elsewhere in Connecticut: 800-842-8222
- Email: Complete the DMV contact form
Contact Center Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.