Planning a DMV visit in Rhode Island? Here are all 11 locations with hours and ratings, the fees that really apply, and a REAL ID checklist you can tick off as you go.
Rhode Island has about 11 DMV locations. The Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles, part of the Department of Revenue, handles both driver licenses and vehicle registration. For official transactions and forms, always use dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids.
Rhode Island driver licenses are issued on a 5-year cycle, with a renewal fee of $61.50 (a technology surcharge and card-payment fee may apply). Most licensing transactions are handled in person at a DMV location.
REAL ID is available in Rhode Island at no extra cost when obtained during your normal renewal period (a duplicate fee applies otherwise), and it must be obtained in person. You must provide proof of identity and date of birth, your Social Security number, and two proofs of Rhode Island residency.
Tick each item as you gather it. Bring original documents — photocopies are not accepted.
Vehicle registration and titling are handled by the RI DMV; many registration services require an in-person visit or appointment, though some renewals are available online.
New drivers must pass a written knowledge test and a road test. Road tests are scheduled through the DMV, and appointments are strongly recommended to avoid long waits.
Appointments are scheduled online through the RI DMV website or by phone, and appointment holders are given priority over walk-ins. Schedule online at dmv.ri.gov/appointments or call (401) 462-4368.
| Transaction | Fee |
|---|---|
| Driver's license (original/renewal) | $61.50 (5-year) |
| ID card | $26.50 |
| REAL ID (if extra) | $0 (during renewal) |
Fees verified against the official Rhode Island DMV website in August 2026. Fees can change — confirm at dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/license-fees.
Highest-rated official DMV locations in Rhode Island, based on public Google ratings and review volume.
Rhode Island DMV offices are spread across roughly 8 cities. The largest concentrations:
Individual city and office pages are being added state by state. Check back soon.
A 5-year driver license renewal is $61.50, plus a small technology surcharge and a card-payment fee if applicable.
Appointments are strongly recommended and can be booked online or by phone; walk-ins are accepted but face priority given to appointment holders.
You must appear in person with proof of identity and date of birth, your Social Security number, and two documents proving Rhode Island residency.
There is no additional fee for a REAL ID when you apply during your normal renewal period; applying outside that period incurs a duplicate license fee of about $28.50.
Verified links to the official Rhode Island government agencies. Always confirm requirements and fees on these sites before visiting.