Driver's License
A Florida driver's license is required within 30 days for any driver who becomes a resident of Florida, is employed in Florida or registers a child in a Florida public school. New residents are required to pass only a vision examination if they have a valid driver's license form another state. First-time applicants must take a vision, written and road test. Test appointments are recommended for those who are applying for a driver's license for the first time. For more information about obtaining a Florida driver's license, contact the Florida Highway Patrol Driver's License Office. Their phone number is 850-872-4487.
Vehicle License Plates & Registration
New Florida residents are required to register their vehicle and obtain a Florida license plate within 30 days of establishing legal residency in the state. You must provide proof of insurance and a copy of your out-of-state vehicle title. For more information about registering your vehicle and obtaining a license plate, contact the Bay County Tax Collector's Office. Their phone number is 850-784-4090.
Boat Registration
If you need information about boat registrations, please contact the Bay County Tax Collector. The phone number for the Bay County Tax Collector's Office is 850-784-4090.
***Walk-ins accepted on a limited basis***
For online service, please visit GoRenew.com or MyDMVPortal .
Welcome to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles' Online Appointment System especially developed for you, our customer. Using this system, you can schedule an appointment for services at Miami-Dade County Justice Center or at our International Registration Plan (IRP) and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) Service Center (Interstate Commercial vehicles only) in Tallahassee, FL.
The International Registration Plan (IRP) and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) Service Center in Tallahassee, FL. will continue to accept walk-in customers. Please note that this office is for interstate commercial vehicles only. Driver license, title work, or non-interstate commercial vehicle registrations will not be processed.
Please visit our webpage Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers for additional information regarding IRP/IFTA services and requirements.
We encourage our customers to SAVE TIME and take advantage of online services. Please visit FLHSMV’s Driver License Check to determine if you are eligible to renew or replace your driver license or identification card on-line via FLHSMV’s self-service portal at GoRenew.com . Please visit What to Bring for documentation requirements for residents renewing or obtaining a new driver license or ID card.
Please note: Appointments slots are opened daily. If no appointments are available, check back the next day for additional slots for the upcoming week or potential cancellations.
Reschedule/Cancel Appointment
The Lee County Tax Collector is an independent Constitutional Officer who serves as an agent to the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles. Our office is responsible for the issuance and renewal of Florida driver licenses and identification cards.
As an agent, the Lee County Tax Collector, does not have the ability to enact the laws imposed by the state but is accountable for adhering to and implementing those policies throughout all of our office locations.
If you are interested in reviewing the Florida Statutes, please visit The Florida Senate
We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the policies of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for driver licenses and identification cards, as well as motor vehicle, mobile home, and vessel title transactions and registrations. Contact us at: 239.533.6000.
Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles also has a phone express line (850-617-3000) to assist with questions regarding:
- Ticket Clearance (Reinstatement Fee(s) - (Actual ticket must be paid at Clerk of Courts first)
- Insurance Suspension Clearance
- New to Florida Information
- First-Time License Information
- Confirmation Page (showing driver license record is clear)
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The Florida Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has four types of locations: Driver License Services Only, Motor Vehicle Services Only, Dual Service Centers and Mobile Offices. Each type of location offers a specific range of
services.
For a complete list of all DMV locations in your area, select your county on the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) locations page.
Driver License Services Only
These locations handle driver's licenses, ID cards, license reinstatements, written tests and driving exams.
Motor Vehicle Services Only
These locations provide services related to titles, electronic liens, registration and license plates for vehicles, trailers, vessels and mobile homes. They also provide specialty tags and disabled parking permits.
Dual Service Centers
Dual service locations provide the driver's license and motor vehicle services listed above.
Mobile Offices: Florida Licensing On Wheels (FLOW)
You can visit these special mobile locations to receive a wide range of services, including:
- Renew a driver's license
- Obtain a replacement driver's license
- Change the name or address on a driver's license
- Get an ID card
- Renew your vehicle registration
- Purchase a specialty license plate
Visit the FLHSMV website to view the schedule and location of FLOW mobile units.
Holidays for DMV Locations
Florida DMV offices are closed on the following holidays:
- New Year's Day (January 1)
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Third Monday in January)
- Memorial Day (Last Monday of May)
- Independence Day (July 4)
- Labor Day (First Monday in September)
- Veterans Day (November 11)
- Thanksgiving Day (Fourth Thursday in November)
- Friday after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day (December 25)
Online DMV Services
In some cases, you can save yourself a trip to the DMV and access certain services online. DMV services that you can complete online include:
Learner's Permit Test
You can take the learner's permit test, also known as the Class E knowledge exam, online using your computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone. Take the online permit test at FirstTimeDriver.com.
Drug, Alcohol and Traffic Awareness (DATA) Course
The DATA course, also known as TLSAE, is a drug and alcohol program that new drivers must complete to obtain a learner's permit. Sign up for the online course at FirstTimeDriver.com.
Florida Driving Records
Obtain a DMV-authorized copy of your Florida driving record online at FloridaDrivingRecord.com.
Florida VIN/Vessel Record
You can check for liens and vehicle records online by entering your license plate number or vehicle identification number (VIN) on FloridaDrivingRecord.com.
Florida Driver's License or ID Card Services
Replace or renew your driver's license or ID card by visiting the FLHSMV website.
Motor Vehicle, Vessel or Mobile Home Registration
Replace or renew registration for a motor vehicle, vessel or mobile home on the FLHSMV website.
Paper Title
Obtain a paper title on the FLDHSMV website.
Driver's License Check
Check the status of your Florida driver's license on the FLDHSMV website.
MyFlorida App
You can access certain DMV services using a smartphone app called MyFlorida for FLHSMV. After downloading the app, you can renew your registration or plates if your information has not changed since your last renewal. The MyFlorida app is available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.