Florida or New Jersey Title Customers who have a Florida or New Jersey title and want to register the vehicle in Rhode Island, must make a reservation at the Cranston DMV to complete this registration transaction.
Real ID Beginning May 7, 2025, a REAL ID-compliant credential will be required for domestic air travel and entry into certain federal facilities. Make a reservation today to get your REAL ID license or identification card. For REAL ID information, click here.
Welcome Schedule Reservations and / or Road Tests *RESERVATIONS - RI Division of Motor Vehicles is currently open by reservation only. Online DMV Customer Portal License Renewal You Will Need: current license a credit card a printer or email address Let's Get Started! » Registration Renewal You Will Need: current registration current car insurance a credit card a printer Let's Get Started! » Driving Records You Will Need: current license a credit card Let's Get Started! » Drivers with Disabilities Any person who is temporarily or permanently disabled may apply for a disability parking placard. To do so, you and your physician must jointly complete the application. Submit the form by fax at (401) 462-0829 or mail to the DMV headquarters in Cranston, Attn: Parking Permits Office. If your application is approved, you will be notified by mail. Application For New And Renewal Disability Parking Placards View All Disability Forms RI Plate Reissuance Now that RI Plate Reissuance is live, please click here for more information about obtaining your new Ocean design plate. To view all the design submissions from the Plate Design Contest, please click here. Dealers License and Hearing Board The board regulates both new and used car dealers. Handles car dealer complaints from the general public. Investigates misuse of dealer regulations. Meetings and minutes are filed with the Office of the Secretary of State. Consumer Complaint Form Board Meetings and Minutes (Enter: 'Motor Vehicle Dealers License and Hearing Board' in the Public Bodies search box) Support Our Troops Click Here to Learn How At Donate Life Rhode Island, individuals are able to register to be an organ and tissue donor at anytime — 24 hours a day — 7 days a week
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