North Carolina DMV Resources & Help Center

Everything you need to know about NC DMV appointments, licenses, and IDs.

General DMV Guides

How to Find DMV Appointments in NC

Step-by-step guide to finding available appointments across North Carolina.

Find Canceled Appointments

How to catch last-minute cancellations and book sooner slots.

Best Times to Check for Appointments

When cancellations typically appear and how to catch them.

Walk-In DMV Appointments in NC

What to expect if you show up without an appointment.

FAQs

Common questions about our appointment alert service.

DMV Appointment Alert Service

Get instant SMS alerts when appointments open up near you.

License & ID Help

How to Get a REAL ID in NC

Complete guide to REAL ID requirements, documents, and the application process.

Renew Your NC Driver License

How to renew an expired license and what documents you need.

Replace a Lost or Stolen License

Steps to get a duplicate license if yours is lost, stolen, or damaged.

Transfer License to NC

How to exchange your out-of-state license for an NC license.

Teen Drivers & CDL

Teen Drivers: Start Here

Complete guide to NC's graduated licensing system for teens.

CDL: Commercial License Guide

How to get your commercial driver's license in North Carolina.

Moving to North Carolina

Moving to Charlotte

New resident guide for getting your NC license in the Charlotte area.

Moving to Raleigh

New resident guide for getting your NC license in the Raleigh area.

DMV by City

Charlotte Raleigh Greensboro Durham Winston-Salem Fayetteville Cary Wilmington High Point Concord Asheville Gastonia Chapel Hill Hickory Huntersville Kernersville

Help & Resources

FAQs

Common questions about our service.

In the News

Press coverage and media mentions.

Official NC DMV

Link to the official NCDOT DMV website.

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