Licenses & IDs | Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles

Explore Your Options

Getting your license or ID can seem like a daunting task but Virginia DMV strives to make the experience as seamless as possible.

Driver’s License

Apply for, renew or replace your driver’s license

REAL ID

Learn about the advantages of a REAL ID and how to get one

ID Cards

Apply for, renew or replace your ID card

Learner’s Permit

Eligibility, applying for a learner’s permit and practice exams

CDL

Apply for, renew or replace your commercial driver’s license

Motorcycle License

Apply for, renew or replace your motorcycle license

License Extension

Learn about driver’s license extensions and eligibility

Disability Programs

Apply for and renew temporary and permanent parking placards and plates and other services

Military

Resources for military personnel and their spouses

Mature Drivers

Resource for mature drivers

Practice Exams & Study Materials

Resources for drivers, motorcyclists and dealer salespersons

Driver Improvement

Driver improvement clinics, traffic violations and points systems

Driver Training

Attend a driver training school or become a driver training school

Payment Plan Programs

Owe fees? Eligibility and program details

Organ Donor

Learn more about organ donation

Escort Vehicle Drivers

Escort driver training and training sites

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Find the documents you need

Use our online document guide to make your DMV visit a breeze!

Online Document Guide

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Schedule your knowledge exam and road test

Schedule a Road Skills Test

New to Virginia?

Start your driver’s license application online to save time.

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Update your license or ID card to a REAL ID

To board a domestic flight or enter a secure federal facility or military base, a REAL ID is required starting May 7, 2025

REAL ID