Manhattan has four state-run DMV offices: Harlem on West 125th Street, License Express and Midtown Manhattan a few blocks from Penn Station, and Lower Manhattan on Greenwich Street. All four Manhattan DMV offices are open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., offer the same in-person services and take reservations, which the DMV strongly encourages. Manhattan also has two traffic ticket (TVB) offices and a AAA office that serves members only.
Manhattan DMV Offices at a Glance
| Office | Address | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Harlem | 5 West 125th St, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10027 | Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| License Express | 145 West 30th St, New York, NY 10001 | Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| Midtown Manhattan | 366 West 31st St, New York, NY 10001 | Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| Lower Manhattan | 11 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10004 | Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Which Manhattan DMV Office Should You Use?
Every Manhattan office handles the same transactions, so pick the one that’s easiest to reach or has the reservation time you want.
- Harlem is on the second floor of 5 West 125th Street, the most convenient choice uptown. The Manhattan North traffic ticket office is in the same building.
- License Express (145 West 30th Street) and Midtown Manhattan (366 West 31st Street) are both a short walk from Penn Station, so check both when you book.
- Lower Manhattan is at 11 Greenwich Street near Battery Park, and the DMV recommends getting there by public transportation.
Services at Manhattan DMV Offices
The DMV lists the same in-person services for all four offices:
- Upgrade to a REAL ID or Enhanced license
- Renew a license, permit or ID with a new photo, or without a new photo
- Exchange an out-of-state license
- Take a car or motorcycle permit test
- Restore a revoked or suspended license
- Apply for a restricted or conditional license
- Change the name or other information on a license, permit or ID
- Get a non-driver ID
- Get a CDL after passing a CDL road test
- Register a vehicle and get plates
Road tests aren’t taken at these offices; schedule them online or by calling (518) 402-2100, which is open 24 hours a day.
How to Make a Reservation
- Go to the DMV’s reservation system.
- Choose the transaction you need and one of the four Manhattan offices.
- Pick an open date and time, then complete the DMV’s Document Guide so you bring the right paperwork.
You can still walk in, but when an office has long wait times, only customers with a reservation are let in.
Hours and Holiday Closures
All four offices are open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and closed on weekends. As state-run offices, they close on state holidays; the next one is Columbus Day, Monday, October 12, 2026.
Traffic Tickets and AAA in Manhattan
| Office | Address | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan North TVB | 5 West 125th Street (same building as the Harlem DMV) | Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Thursday until 6:00 p.m. |
| Manhattan South TVB | 17 Battery Place | Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Thursday until 6:00 p.m. |
| AAA Manhattan (members only) | 1881 Broadway | Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. |
Traffic Violations Bureau offices handle moving-violation tickets, not DMV transactions; our guide to NYC Traffic Violations Bureau offices covers all seven. The AAA office handles DMV transactions for AAA members only, as explained in our guide to AAA DMV services in New York.
Fees and Payment
Manhattan residents pay the MCTD fee, so a Class D license renewal costs $80.50. An Enhanced license adds $30, and a REAL ID costs the same as a Standard license. DMV offices accept cash; credit, debit and prepaid cards that don’t need a PIN, including American Express, Discover, Mastercard and Visa; Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay; and personal checks or money orders payable to Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.
If you’re registering a vehicle, our guide to registering a car in New York lists the documents you’ll need.
Getting There
The DMV recommends public transportation for the Lower Manhattan office, and all four offices are near subway lines. For subway and bus directions, call the MTA at (718) 330-1234.
Other DMV Offices Near Manhattan
If no Manhattan office has a time that works, try the offices in the Bronx, Brooklyn or Jamaica, Queens. For every location in the state, see our guide to New York DMV offices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Four: Harlem (5 West 125th Street), License Express (145 West 30th Street), Midtown Manhattan (366 West 31st Street) and Lower Manhattan (11 Greenwich Street). All are run by the state.
All four are open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and closed on weekends and state holidays.
Reservations are strongly encouraged. You can walk in, but when an office has long waits, only customers with a reservation are let in.
The former Herald Square office at 1293–1311 Broadway isn’t on the DMV’s current office list. The nearest offices now are License Express at 145 West 30th Street and Midtown Manhattan at 366 West 31st Street.
Yes. All four offices list vehicle registrations and plates among their in-person services.
At the Manhattan North TVB office at 5 West 125th Street or the Manhattan South TVB office at 17 Battery Place. For questions, call the traffic ticket line at (718) 488-5710.
Conclusion
Manhattan’s four DMV offices share the same hours and services, so the best choice is simply the one that’s easiest to reach: Harlem uptown, License Express or Midtown near Penn Station, or Lower Manhattan downtown. Book a reservation before you go, take public transportation if you can, and use the TVB offices for traffic tickets rather than the DMV.
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