New Jersey MVC Offices to Close Friday, June 19 for State Holiday
Residents planning to visit the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) later this week will need to adjust their schedules. The MVC announced that all agencies, road test sites and inspection stations will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026 in observance of a state holiday. While many businesses and government offices will remain open, the MVC will suspend in‑person transactions for the day to give employees the holiday off. Customers who need to renew a driver license, register a vehicle or take a road test should plan ahead to avoid the closure.
The MVC noted that its agencies will be open for normal hours from Monday through Thursday of that week and will reopen after the holiday. Appointments already scheduled for Friday will need to be rescheduled. Nearly all in‑person services at the MVC require an appointment, so officials recommend checking availability and booking online as soon as possible. Walk‑in services are limited to select transactions, such as paying fees or returning license plates. Without an appointment, customers will not be served.
Fortunately, most common transactions can be completed online even when physical locations are closed. The MVC encourages residents to use its website to renew their driver license or registration, request a duplicate title or change their address. The site also allows customers to check their vehicle’s inspection status and pay fines. According to the Commission, performing services online is fast and convenient and helps reduce wait times when offices are open. Those who must visit an agency should use the site’s appointment scheduler to pick a date and time that works for them. The Commission advises customers to avoid third‑party scheduling websites because they may charge fees or provide inaccurate information.
In recent years New Jersey has invested heavily in digital upgrades to reduce congestion at its motor vehicle offices. Since the onset of the pandemic, the agency has required appointments for most services and has expanded the list of transactions available online. Officials say these changes have cut wait times dramatically and improved customer satisfaction. Even with the closure on June 19, they expect that the majority of customers will not be affected because they are using online services.
The MVC reminds residents that its website is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need to visit an agency, check the site for updated hours and appointment availability. By planning ahead and taking advantage of online services, you can avoid the holiday closure and get your motor vehicle business done without delay.