Checklists | RI Division of Motor Vehicles

Registration Renewal Update

Due to a technical issue with the RI DMV’s mail vendor, customers may not receive their registration renewal notices until Saturday, July 12, 2025, with all notices expected to arrive no later than the following week. To avoid waiting, customers are encouraged to “Save Time and Go Online” by renewing through our convenient RI DMV Online Customer Portal. Login passcodes provided on your July renewal notice will be valid until August 31, 2025. **All July registration renewals are now extended to August 31, 2025.**

To view the JULY 2025 REGISTRATIONS EXPIRATION DATE EXTENSION ORDER please click here.

Technology Surcharge Fee Increase

As part of the State of RI’s Fiscal Year 2026 Budget, the “Technology Surcharge” has been increased from $2.50 to $3.50, effective July 1, 2025. This fee is charged in all DMV transactions. To read corresponding budget article, click here.

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.