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West Virginia DMV Introduces New CDL E-Test Card
12/17/2025
Charleston, W.V. -- West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is kicking off a more efficient way to obtain your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test card on Wednesday, December 17, 2025....read more

WV DMV Reaches Out Ahead of TSA Deadline
12/15/2025
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is scheduled to begin an extra identity check, accompanied by a $45 fee, on February 1, 2026 for all airport passengers who do not have a REAL ID or another acceptable ID....read more

Inclement Weather Warning 12-08-2025
12/08/2025
Skills tests and motorcycle tests may be postponed as necessary at some locations durring inclement weather. Please contact the DMV at 304-926-3900 to see if tests are being conducted at your closest location....read more

Beckley Salvage Inspections Canceled
11/21/2025
Due to an unforseen emergency the Beckley Salvage inspections are canceled this Friday, November 21, 2025....read more

DMV regional offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend; November 26-29
11/21/2025
CHARLESTON, WV – All West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles regional offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, beginning Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 12:00 PM at the Kanawha City Regional Office and 12:30 PM at all other Regional Offices th...read more

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New Registration Renewal Reminder Postcard

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Vehicle Registration Renewal Reminder Postcard

Here is the new DMV Vehicle Registration Renewal REMINDER. You will no longer receive the registration renewal notice in the mail with the tear-off cards attached. You may renew your registration online, at a regional office, at a kiosk, or at your local county sheriff's office. Please be sure to bring your current registration card, your proof of personal property tax payment, and your proof of vehicle insurance.

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Commissioner's Welcome

Welcome to the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles! I'm Everett Frazier, DMV Commissioner, and I want to share my vision with you for the future of DMV.

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Highway Safety

The Governor's Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is the lead agency for West Virginia's participation in federally mandated and funded behavioral highway safety improvement measures.

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