DMV & Motor Vehicle Resources
Access state DMV records, driver licenses, vehicle registration and motor vehicle information.
- General Driver License InformationDriver License Classes. ID cards other general information
- Getting and Maintaining Your Driver LicenseHow to get an Initial Driver License. How to get a Beginner Permit. Review our Accepted Forms of Identification for obtaining an initial driver...
- Lost or Stolen Driver LicenseWhat you should and reporting information. Accepted Forms of Identification information
- Damaged Driver Licenses, Beginner Permits or ID CardsWhen your driver license credential is damaged or otherwise separating. How to obtain a replacement
- Copy of Driving RecordInstructions and requirements to obtain driver information. Form and more related information
- Identifications CardsIdentification cards are issued to any persons at least 5 years of age and who are residents of South Carolina. Forms and proper identification you...
- Name or Address ChangesSouth Carolina law requires you to change your name or address on department records within 10 days of your actual name or address change. Step by...
- Commercial Driver LicensesCDL Class Licenses. CDL Endorsements. CDL Restrictions. Social Security Verification. Getting Your Initial Commercial Driver License. Transferring...
- General Vehicle InformationIf you purchase a new or used vehicle or move to South Carolina from another state, you must apply for a new vehicle title and registration
- Transferring a Plate and RegistrationWhat you need to transfer your vehicle registration to your newly purchased vehicle
- Obtaining a Title OnlyIf you do not plan to drive your vehicle, you may wish to obtain a title only for your newly purchased vehicle
- Obtaining a Duplicate TitleInformation if you have lost your title, you may obtain a duplicate title from the Department of Motor Vehicles. How you may apply for the duplicate
- Registration Renewals InformationIn South Carolina, payment of personal vehicle property taxes is required before a license plate can be renewed
- Moving to South CarolinaIf you move to South Carolina from another state, you have 45 days to transfer your vehicle title and registration. Find out how you may apply for...
- Inheriting a VehicleGet information essential if you have inherited a vehicle, you may obtain a title and registration with or without a probated will or estate
- Registering as an Uninsured MotoristGet information if you and every driver in your household has held a driver's license for three or more years, you may qualify to register as an...
- Correcting Odometer ErrorsIf you discover that you reported the odometer mileage on your vehicle incorrectly when you registered it, there are steps you can take to correct...
- Insurance RequirementsWhen registering your vehicle, you must provide the name of your insurance company and policy number. Be informed about state's insurance requirements
- Leased VehiclesWhen you lease a vehicle in South Carolina, you may either purchase a new plate for the vehicle or transfer a plate from a vehicle you already own....
- DMV Forms and ManualsAccident and Insurance Inquiry Forms (Financial Responsibility). Commercial Driver Forms. Dealer Services Forms. DMV Forms for South Carolina...
- Driver's License RenewalYou may use this transaction to renew your South Carolina driver's license for 5 years
- Renew Your ID CardThis transaction enables you to renew your identification card
- Duplicate Driver's LicenseGet A duplicate driver's license if yours has been lost or stolen
- Driver Record Points and StatusObtain a summary of your driving record including: the number of points, your suspension status and any reinstatement requirements
- Obtain your Certified Driver Record
- Pay Reinstatement Fees
- Complete a Registration RenewalComplete your registration renewal. You may use this transaction if you received an MV1 form from DMV notifying you that additional fees or insurance.
- Obtain a Duplicate Registration CertificateAddress Change Change your residence, mailing, or temporary address
- Certificate of ComplianceCertificate of Compliance General Information. Freight Vehicles with GVWR of 10,000 Lbs. or More Freight Vehicles with GVWR less than 10,000 Lbs....
- The SCDMV WebsiteHome page and index to services from the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles. Free and easy to obtain resources open the public that can be...
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- Automobile Driver Training School Regulation
- Electronic Vehicle Registration Program
- Electronic Lien and Title
- Electronic Vehicle Registration Program
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