291 DMV offices spread across 130 Georgia cities — with the fees that actually apply, a REAL ID document checklist, and step-by-step license, registration and test guidance.
Georgia has 291 driver services locations, and the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) issues driver licenses and ID cards, while vehicle registration is handled separately by the Georgia Department of Revenue through county tag offices. For official transactions and forms, always use dds.georgia.gov.
A regular Georgia Class C driver's license costs $32 for an 8-year term; customers using DDS Online Services may receive a $5 discount on eligible transactions. New drivers must pass the knowledge and road tests.
Georgia offers REAL ID-compliant licenses and IDs, which must be obtained in person at a DDS Customer Service Center. You must bring proof of identity, proof of your Social Security number, and two documents proving Georgia residency.
Tick each item as you gather it. Bring original documents — photocopies are not accepted.
Vehicle registration in Georgia is handled by the Department of Revenue through county tag offices, not by DDS; registration includes the annual ad valorem or title ad valorem tax. Vehicle registration in Georgia is handled by Georgia Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division.
The knowledge exam includes separate Road Rules and Road Signs tests, each requiring a minimum score of 15 out of 20; the behind-the-wheel road test requires an appointment as walk-ins are not accepted.
Appointments are required for road tests and can be booked online at the DDS site, while many other services accept walk-ins. Schedule online at dds.georgia.gov/appointments or call (678) 413-8400.
| Transaction | Fee |
|---|---|
| Driver's license (original/renewal) | $32 (8 years) |
| ID card | $32 |
| REAL ID (if extra) | No extra charge |
Fees verified against the official Georgia DMV website in August 2026. Fees can change — confirm at dds.georgia.gov/fees-and-terms.
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Georgia DMV offices are spread across roughly 130 cities. The largest concentrations:
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A regular Class C license costs $32 for 8 years, with a possible $5 discount when using DDS Online Services.
An appointment is required for a behind-the-wheel road test and can be booked online at dds.georgia.gov; many other services allow walk-ins.
Visit a DDS center in person with proof of identity, proof of your Social Security number, and two documents proving Georgia residency.
Vehicle registration is handled by the Georgia Department of Revenue through county tag offices, not by the Department of Driver Services.
Verified links to the official Georgia government agencies. Always confirm requirements and fees on these sites before visiting.