Reservations Required RESERVATIONS RI Division of Motor Vehicles is currently open by reservation only. Reservations are available for the Cranston, Woonsocket, Middletown, and Wakefield offices. NO WALK-INS ALLOWED. The Warren and Westerly Branches are temporarily closed until further notice. For a list of transactions that can be done online or by mail, please click here.
Face Covering Recommendation FOR EVERYONE'S HEALTH AND SAFETY, A FACE COVERING, OR MASK IS RECOMMENDED DURING YOUR VISIT.
Motorcycles Rhode Island requires a special license to operate a motorcycle and the completion of a motorcycle safety course provided by the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI). For more information please call (401) 825-1214. Forms and Fees Bring the CCRI motorcycle safety certificate and a valid RI license to any DMV branch location. Refer to the third page of the License/ID/Permit Application for a list of documents needed to perform this transaction. License/ID/Permit Application (LI-1 Form) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Costs are listed in the DMV Fee Table Things to Know The motorcycle permit is valid for 18 months. After the minimum 30 day period, return to any DMV branch location with the motorcycle permit and valid RI license to receive your motorcycle license. If you already hold a motorcycle license in another state and are applying for your Rhode Island license, the DMV will convert your existing endorsement to your new Rhode Island driver's license. Out of State Travel: DMV statement regarding motorcycle endorsement, for use when traveling out of state. Statement Regarding Motorcycle Endorsement PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes