The Tamworth DMV is the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles office at 1864 White Mountain Highway (Route 16), serving Tamworth, Ossipee, Conway, Wolfeboro and the surrounding Carroll County towns. It’s open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Every NH DMV office has worked by appointment since November 3, 2025, so book before you go. Vehicle registrations start at your town clerk, not at the DMV.
Tamworth DMV Hours, Address and Contact Details
| Detail | Tamworth DMV |
|---|---|
| Address | 1864 White Mountain Highway (Route 16), Tamworth, NH 03886 (get directions) |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. |
| Appointments | Required. Book through Make an Appointment on the NH DMV homepage. |
| Phone | No direct line is published for this office. Call NH DMV customer service at (603) 227-4000, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. |
| Drop box | Yes |
Do You Need an Appointment at the Tamworth DMV?
Yes. NH DMV moved all 14 of its offices, including Tamworth, to an appointment-based system on November 3, 2025. Knowledge tests and road tests have always required an appointment.
How to Book an Appointment
- Go to the NH DMV homepage.
- Select Make an Appointment.
- Choose Tamworth and the service you need, then pick an open time.
Same-Day Appointments and Walk-Ins
NH DMV holds a limited block of same-day appointments each day for urgent transactions. If you arrive without an appointment, staff will help you find one, which may be on another day or at another office.
Services Available at the Tamworth DMV
Tamworth handles most everyday DMV transactions. Here’s what you can and can’t do at this office.
| Service | Available here? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Driver licenses, REAL ID and non-driver IDs | Yes | New licenses, renewals and replacements |
| Knowledge and road tests | By appointment only | Road test availability varies by office |
| Vehicle registration | Yes | Start with your town or city clerk first |
| Duplicate title applications | Yes | For other title questions, call the Title Bureau at (603) 227-4150 |
| Walking disability services | Yes | |
| Your own driving record | Yes | Requests for someone else’s record must go to the Concord headquarters |
| Drop box | Yes | |
| International Registration Plan (IRP) | No | Handled by the IRP office in Concord |
How to Register a Vehicle in Tamworth
Registering a vehicle in New Hampshire is a two-part process. You always start with your town or city clerk, who collects the local fees and confirms your residency. The state portion comes second.
Step 1: Start at the Tamworth Town Clerk
Tamworth residents begin at the Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s office at 84 Main Street. The office keeps shorter hours than the DMV: it’s open Tuesday through Friday, closes for lunch from noon to 1:00 p.m., and stays open until 6:00 p.m. on Thursdays. If you live in another town, start with your own town clerk instead.
| Detail | Tamworth Town Clerk/Tax Collector |
|---|---|
| Address | 84 Main Street, Tamworth, NH 03886 |
| Phone | (603) 323-7525 |
| Hours | Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–4:00 p.m.; Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–6:00 p.m. |
Step 2: Complete the State Portion at the DMV, If Needed
Most New Hampshire towns can also complete the state portion of a registration for a small extra fee. Ask your town clerk whether it can finish yours. If it can’t, bring the paperwork the clerk gives you to your DMV appointment.
Driver’s Licenses and REAL ID
Renewing Your Driver’s License
About two months before your license expires, NH DMV mails a renewal notice. The notice tells you whether you can renew online. If you can’t, book an appointment at Tamworth or another office.
Documents Needed for a REAL ID
Bring documents that prove:
- your identity and lawful presence, such as a U.S. passport or a certified birth certificate
- your Social Security number
- your New Hampshire residency
- each legal name change, such as a marriage certificate for each marriage
The state’s REAL ID site has an online document checker that tells you exactly what to bring.
License and ID Fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Driver license (standard) | $50 |
| REAL ID driver license | $60 |
| Non-driver ID card | $10 |
| Duplicate license or ID | $10 |
| Address change reprint | $3 |
Knowledge and Road Tests
NH DMV gives knowledge and road tests by appointment only, and road test availability varies between offices. Request a test through the DMV’s appointment system, and check other offices if Tamworth has no openings.
For a road test, bring:
- a vehicle of the right class for your license that’s fully registered, in safe condition and inspected if required
- a properly licensed driver who drives you to and from the test site and stays until your test is finished
Before You Go: Payment and Holiday Closures
Accepted Payment Methods
NH DMV offices accept:
- Visa, MasterCard and Discover cards, plus American Express in person or by phone
- Cash, in person only
- Personal checks, money orders and traveler’s checks made payable to “State of NH – DMV”
Town clerks set their own payment options for registrations, so call yours before you go.
Holiday Closures
NH DMV offices close on New Hampshire’s paid state holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr./Civil Rights Day
- Presidents’ Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day and the day after
- Christmas Day
When a holiday falls on a weekend, the state may observe it on a nearby weekday instead.
Services You Can Complete Online
You can skip the trip for several transactions on the NH DMV website:
- Renew your driver’s license or non-driver ID, if your renewal notice says you’re eligible
- Order a duplicate license or ID
- Pay a ticket or plead not guilty
- Book a DMV appointment
Many towns also let you renew your registration online or by mail. Check with your town clerk.
Other DMV Offices Near Tamworth
If Tamworth can’t fit you in, these are the closest DMV offices:
- Twin Mountain DMV: 549 Route 302 West, open Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Gorham DMV: 491 Main Street, open Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Concord DMV headquarters: 23 Hazen Drive, open Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with appointments until 5:00 p.m. twice a week
For every location in the state, see our list of New Hampshire DMV offices.
Frequently Asked Questions
NH DMV lists the Tamworth office as open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Some older listings show Monday to Wednesday only, but the office is open all five weekdays. You’ll need an appointment for any visit.
Yes. All NH DMV offices have been appointment-based since November 3, 2025. A limited number of same-day slots is held each day for urgent transactions.
At the Tamworth Town Clerk/Tax Collector, 84 Main Street. The office is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Thursday until 6:00 p.m., closing for lunch from noon to 1:00 p.m.
No. Conway isn’t on NH DMV’s list of offices. The Tamworth office on Route 16 is the closest one, about 11 miles away, and Conway residents start vehicle registrations with the Conway town clerk.
No. Wolfeboro isn’t on NH DMV’s list of offices. The Tamworth office is the closest one, and Wolfeboro residents start vehicle registrations with the Wolfeboro town clerk.
NH DMV doesn’t publish a direct number for the Tamworth office. Call customer service at (603) 227-4000, driver licensing at (603) 227-4020 or registration at (603) 227-4030, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Conclusion
The Tamworth DMV is open every weekday on Route 16 and works by appointment, so book through NH DMV before you make the trip. Start registrations with your own town clerk, keeping in mind that Tamworth’s office on Main Street is open Tuesday through Friday only, and for license visits, bring the right documents and check whether your renewal notice lets you renew online. If Tamworth has no openings, Twin Mountain is the nearest other office open five days a week.
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