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DMV Appointments In New Hampshire

New Hampshire DMV Appointments

To skip the line at the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), you can make an appointment beforehand.

REAL ID Appointment Requirements

Vehicle Registrations Appointment Requirements

New Hampshire Drivers License Appointment Requirements

Find a DMV Near Me

New Hampshire DMV Services:

To make an appointment:

  1. Visit the DMV online portal.
  2. Choose the reason for your visit.
  3. Choose the branch where you’d like to visit.
  4. Select the date and time.
  5. Provide your contact details.

NH DMV Online Services

You may not need to visit the DMV to complete your DMV transaction. The New Hampshire DMV allows you to complete many common tasks online. 

On the DMV website, you can:

New Hampshire DMV Drop Box Services

Another way to avoid lines at the DMV is to complete your transactions by dropping off requested documents and payments using an official drop box.

Drop-services are available for the following transactions:

  • Ordering a duplicate license.
  • Renewing a non-driver ID.
  • Updating a Commercial driver’s license medical card.
  • Renewing vehicle registration.
  • Requesting a duplicate registration.
  • Requesting a duplicate title.

Best Times to Visit the NH DMV

Occasionally, you’ll have to visit your local DMV office in person. You can save time by:

  • Visiting during the middle of the week. Mondays and Fridays are usually the busiest days.
  • Avoiding the DMV on the days before and after national holidays.
  • Avoiding the first and last days of the month.
  • Going early. You’ll likely have to wait longer if you show up in the middle of the day or in the evening. Make sure you don’t show up too late to complete your transaction before close.