The Batavia DMV is Genesee County’s motor vehicle office, in County Building 1 at 15 Main Street, on the south side of Main Street (Route 5). It’s open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Car and motorcycle permit tests end in mid-afternoon, CDL tests at 1:00 p.m. and enforcement transactions at 11:30 a.m., and the office takes credit cards as well as cash and checks.
Batavia DMV Address, Hours and Contact Details
| Detail | Batavia DMV Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 15 Main St, Batavia, NY 14020 (get directions) |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Memorial Day to Labor Day, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed weekends |
| Run by | Genesee County Clerk |
| Building | County Building 1, which fronts Main Street and Ellicott Street |
| Car and motorcycle permit tests | Until 3:15 p.m., according to the state DMV; Genesee County lists 3:00 p.m. |
| CDL tests | 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. |
| Enforcement transactions | 8:30–11:30 a.m. |
| Drop boxes | On Court Street at the DMV office, and outside the Le Roy Town Hall |
| [email protected] | |
| Fax | (585) 344-8521 |
| Mailing address | Genesee County Clerk, DMV Office, P.O. Box 379, Batavia, NY 14021 |
| Phone | (585) 344-2550, ext. 2248 |
Regular and Summer Hours
| Season | Hours |
|---|---|
| Most of the year | Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. |
| Memorial Day to Labor Day | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
The summer schedule opens and closes half an hour earlier; the regular hours apply the rest of the year.
Test and Transaction Hours at the Batavia DMV
| Transaction | Hours |
|---|---|
| Car and motorcycle permit tests | 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m., according to the state DMV |
| CDL tests | 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. |
| Enforcement transactions, such as restoring a suspended or revoked license | 8:30–11:30 a.m. |
| Upgrade to a REAL ID or Enhanced license | Offered; no separate cutoff listed |
| Dealer plates, dealer motorcycle and dealer transporter transactions | Offered; no separate cutoff listed |
| Registrations and other transactions | Until 4:30 p.m. |
Genesee County’s learner permit page lists permit testing from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., so arrive by 3:00 p.m. to be safe. Neither the county nor the state DMV mentions appointments for the Batavia office; if you’re unsure whether you need one, call (585) 344-2550, ext. 2248.
Enforcement Transactions Are Mornings Only
Batavia handles enforcement transactions, such as restoring a suspended or revoked license, only from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., according to the state DMV. If that’s why you’re visiting, plan a morning trip; the afternoon is too late.
Drop Boxes in Batavia and Le Roy
Genesee County has two DMV drop boxes: one on Court Street at the DMV office in Batavia, and one outside the Le Roy Town Hall on Main Street. They take:
- Registration renewals
- License renewals, with your eye test results
- Plate surrenders
Include a copy of your driver’s license, the completed and signed forms, and a check made out to “Genesee County Clerk” with your phone number written on it. Plate surrenders are different: put the plates in the box with $1.00 in cash, because checks aren’t accepted for them, and the county will mail you a receipt (Form FS-6T). Drop box transactions are processed daily, and completed documents are mailed back to you.
You can also mail renewals to Genesee County Clerk, DMV Office, P.O. Box 379, Batavia, NY 14021, using the pre-addressed envelopes available at town, city and village offices and libraries. The county encourages local renewals because a portion of the revenue stays in Genesee County.
Payment at the Batavia DMV
Genesee County accepts cash, checks, money orders and credit cards, in the office or by mail. Make checks payable to “Genesee County Clerk.” The county limits loose coins to less than one roll of each denomination, up to $17.09 per transaction per day, and drop box plate surrenders need $1 in cash.
Services Available at the Batavia DMV
| Service | In Batavia |
|---|---|
| Driver licenses, learner permits and non-driver IDs | Yes |
| Upgrade to a REAL ID or Enhanced license | Yes |
| Car and motorcycle permit tests | Yes, until mid-afternoon |
| CDL tests | Yes, 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. |
| Enforcement transactions | Yes, 8:30–11:30 a.m. |
| Vehicle registrations, titles and plates | Yes; registration stickers are issued the same day |
| Replacing peeling plates | Yes; bring both plates for a new set at no charge |
| Dealer transactions | Yes |
| Road tests | Not at the office; schedule online or by calling (518) 402-2100 |
Genesee County notes that a CDL road test requires a $40 scheduling fee, paid at the motor vehicle office before you book the test.
Directions to the Batavia DMV
| Coming from | Directions |
|---|---|
| Route 63 (Ellicott Street) | County Building 1 is on the north side of Ellicott Street, across from St. Mary’s Church. |
| Route 5 (Main Street) | The office is at 15 Main Street, on the south side of the road; the state DMV describes it as across from Wendy’s. |
The DMV’s drop box is on the Court Street side of the building.
Registering a Vehicle at the Batavia DMV
Batavia registers vehicles, issues plates and processes titles, and registration renewals leave with a windshield sticker the same day. Genesee County residents pay a county use tax of $10 or $20 with each two-year registration, depending on the vehicle’s weight, but no MCTD fee. New titles arrive by mail in about a month. See our guide to registering a car in New York for the forms and fees.
Driver’s Licenses, REAL ID and Enhanced Licenses
Renewing Your License
You can renew up to one year before and up to two years after your license expires. If you already have a REAL ID or Enhanced license, or you’re keeping a Standard license, you can renew online after passing an eye test with an approved provider. Switching to a REAL ID or Enhanced license, updating your photo or changing your license class takes an office visit.
REAL ID or Enhanced?
Both can be used to board domestic flights and enter federal buildings. An Enhanced license can also be used to cross the U.S. border from Canada, Mexico and some Caribbean countries by land or sea, and it costs $30 more; a REAL ID costs the same as a Standard license.
License Fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Class D license renewal | $64.50 |
| Class D license renewal with MCTD fee | $80.50 |
| Enhanced license | $30 on top of the regular fee |
| Replacement license or learner permit | $17.50 |
Genesee County isn’t in the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District (MCTD), so residents pay $64.50 for a Class D renewal.
Upgrading Before Your Renewal
You don’t have to wait for your renewal to upgrade. Genesee County lists a $12.50 amendment fee to switch to a REAL ID mid-term, and $42.50 to upgrade to an Enhanced license: the $30 Enhanced fee plus a $12.50 photo fee. Renewed licenses arrive by mail in about two to three weeks.
Before You Go: Holiday Closures and Busy Times
As a county office, the Batavia DMV follows Genesee County’s holiday schedule. It will be closed for Columbus Day on Monday, October 12, 2026. On regular days, Genesee County says Mondays and Fridays are generally the busiest, and the stretch from noon to 2:00 p.m. can be busier too, so a mid-morning visit from Tuesday through Thursday is usually the quickest.
Services You Can Complete Online
Some transactions don’t need a trip to Batavia at all. On the DMV website, you can:
- Renew your driver’s license, if you’re eligible and pass an eye test with an approved provider
- Renew a vehicle registration, before it expires or up to one year after
- Schedule a road test
You can’t renew a registration online if the vehicle hasn’t been inspected in the past 12 months. The DMV website’s office reservation system doesn’t cover the Batavia office, which is run by Genesee County.
Tips for Visiting the Batavia DMV
- Come mid-week, mid-morning. Mondays, Fridays and noon to 2:00 p.m. are the busiest times.
- Handle enforcement before 11:30 a.m. Those transactions aren’t done in the afternoon.
- Take permit tests by 3:00 p.m. CDL tests end at 1:00 p.m.
- Use a drop box for renewals. There’s one on Court Street and one at the Le Roy Town Hall.
- Bring $1 in cash for a drop box plate surrender. Checks aren’t accepted for it.
- Remember summer hours. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the office opens at 8:00 a.m. and closes at 4:00 p.m.
Other DMV Offices Near Batavia
Genesee County has one DMV office. The closest alternatives are:
- Albion DMV: 14016 Route 31W, Albion, NY 14411, run by Orleans County
- Warsaw DMV: 6 Perry Ave, Warsaw, NY 14569, run by Wyoming County
- Geneseo DMV: 6 Court St, Geneseo, NY 14454, run by Livingston County
For every location in the state, see our guide to New York DMV offices.
Frequently Asked Questions
In County Building 1 at 15 Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020, on the south side of Main Street (Route 5). From Ellicott Street (Route 63), the building is on the north side, across from St. Mary’s Church.
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The office will be closed for Columbus Day on Monday, October 12, 2026.
The state DMV lists car and motorcycle permit tests from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. and CDL tests until 1:00 p.m. Genesee County lists permit testing until 3:00 p.m., so arrive by then.
Yes. Genesee County accepts cash, checks, money orders and credit cards. Make checks payable to Genesee County Clerk.
On Court Street at the DMV office in Batavia, and outside the Le Roy Town Hall on Main Street. They take registration renewals, license renewals with eye test results and plate surrenders, which need $1 in cash.
Call (585) 344-2550, ext. 2248, or email [email protected]. The fax number is (585) 344-8521.
Conclusion
The Batavia DMV in County Building 1 at 15 Main Street is Genesee County’s office for licenses, permits, registrations and REAL ID upgrades, open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. outside the summer season. Take permit tests by 3:00 p.m., handle enforcement business before 11:30 a.m., and use the Batavia or Le Roy drop box for simple renewals.
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