MVC Appointments In New Jersey
NJ MVC Appointments
To take a road test to obtain your New Jersey driver’s license, you’ll need to schedule it in advance with the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC).
Schedule your road test by:
- Using the NJ MVC online portal.
- Calling the MVC at (609) 292-6500.
Be ready to provide your driver’s license number AND permit validation number.
REAL ID Appointment Requirements
Going to a New Jersey MVD Office In Person
Inspections:
Vehicles only need to be inspected once every two years in New jersey, except for new vehicles which are given an automatic five year inspection. Check your inspection sticker for the expiration date!
Vehicle inspection appointments can be made online for the following locations:
- Cape May.
- Salem.
- Washington.
More information visit New Jersey Inspections or find a DMV below:
New Jersey MVC Online Services
Before making a trip to your local MVC office, use the “Online Services” section of the MVC website to see if your DMV business can be handled online. Doing so not only saves you time, but also makes MVC offices less crowded for others.
Some of the tasks you can complete online include:
Best Times to Visit the New Jersey MVC
If you can’t complete your DMV task online, keep the following in mind when choosing a time to visit the MVC:
- The first and last days of the month are often the most crowded.
- The middle of the week is generally less busy than Mondays and Fridays.
- Lunch hours and evenings usually have the longest wait times.
- Make sure you arrive with enough time to complete your task before the MVC closes.