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Maryland DMV Guide

Independent step-by-step help for supported Maryland DMV tasks, with requirements, fees, and official source links.

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Maryland DMV Tasks

Step-by-step answers for Maryland, each with official sources.

First-time licenseStep-by-step guide

Learner's permit and first license: steps, tests and documents

Driver’s licenseStep-by-step guide

Renew, replace or update your driver's license

REAL IDStep-by-step guide

Get a federally-compliant REAL ID for air travel

Vehicle registrationStep-by-step guide

Register or renew a vehicle, including new residents

Title transferStep-by-step guide

Transfer ownership, or replace a lost title

Address changeStep-by-step guide

Update your address on your license and registration

New to the stateStep-by-step guide

Just moved here? Transfer your license and vehicle

Practice testPractice the Maryland permit test with Ava

Holiday calendarPublished state holiday closures by month

Find an officeNearby offices with addresses and hours

Fee estimatorReviewed Maryland fees with a total estimate

Required documentsWhat to bring for licenses, registrations and titles

Recall checkFree VIN lookup and steps to fix a recall in Maryland

Fight a traffic ticketA DIY plan and editable court letters for a Maryland ticket

Maryland Q&AAnswers to common questions with sources

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Popular Maryland questions

Short answers from published guides, each with its official source.

How do I change my address in Maryland?

Maryland law requires reporting a new address within 30 days for your license and vehicle registration. Most people can do both online in myMVA without a new card.

How do I renew my driver's license in Maryland?

Maryland's MVA lets many drivers renew online, by mail, or in person; your renewal notice says which methods you qualify for.

How do I transfer my license and car after moving in Maryland?

Just moved to Maryland? Driver license deadline: 60 days. Vehicle title and registration deadline: 60 days.

How do I get my first driver's license in Maryland?

Maryland's Rookie Driver program: learner's permit (15y9m+), provisional license after driver ed and 60 hours, then full license.

How do I get a REAL ID in Maryland?

Prepare for Maryland real-id using the official agency instructions. Confirm current requirements with the agency.

How do I register my vehicle in Maryland?

Prepare for Maryland registration using the official agency instructions. Confirm current requirements with the agency.

Offices in Maryland

Addresses and phone numbers for offices in Maryland's larger cities.

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