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    Large DMV location
    Sarah H.

    This DMV is the largest and most modern one I have ever been to. Before doors even opened, there was a little line but an employee started early directing people with documents they needed and where to stand, so when it did officially open everyone was already to go. Very efficient. Everyone that provided services were very pleasant to work with. This is a great location, with friendly and efficient workers. I was highly impressed with my visit!

    Im so exited my Son at the DMV getting his DL yeah!
    Nallely G.

    Fast great service very clean and very very efficient. Both of my Kids Marco And Briana do both tests here and way faster than Santa Maria I recommend to use this facility in Lompoc.

    Empty lobby, pretty usual for this office.
    Miguel L.

    My wait time was less than 10 mins. with no appointment! This is a newer DMV office. It's clean, quiet and the service is fast and courteous. Plenty of parking in the rear. Make an appointment for even faster service. There are clean public restrooms in the lobby.

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    Department of Motor Vehicles - Not a long wait

    Department of Motor Vehicles

    (56 reviews)

    The horror stories are abundant when you hear about trips to the DMV. But this one is different. I…read moremade an online appointment and was able to check in by phone 10 minutes before my scheduled time. I was given a number that doesn't appear on the countdown board and the next window open at my appointment time. It was so smooth, and the lady helping me was great. She was confused at the document I brought in from the California DMV but figured it out and I was able to walk out with new Registration tags in hand. If you're really lucky, you'll get assistance from Val when you walk in. Extremely helpful with a positive attitude and a smile. Super knowledgeable!

    Out of all the DMVs I have been to, this is my favorite one so far. Appointments are easy to make,…read moresometime you can get appointment the day before. Even if you don't have an appointment, the line doesn't take a lifetime unlike some big locations. I have been here more than I wanted to, but it's mostly on me. This is just for applying for CA driver license for the first time and registering out of state car. Let's go with the easier one first, registering out of state cars. The biggest surprise and difference I have encountered here compares to TX is there's no paid vehicle inspection required prior to come here. You just bring your car, get in line (under the cover in front of the entrance door), wait for a DMV inspector to come out and inspect your car. If you're nice and have everything ready to go, it can take just 5-10mins. Once the inspection is done, you take the form that's signed by the inspector, along with your application inside (if you have an appointment) or get in line outside if you don't have an appointment. Make sure you have your current car registration from whichever state you're from. Then just paid the fee and on your way with your new license plate. However, compares to TX, I believe it's hundreds of dollars more depends on how old your car is, versus just about $70. So if that's really true, we'll probably just take a road trip back to TX border and renew our registration this year lol. Moving on to driver license. If you just need a CA driver license as a first timer from out of state, without anything extra like changing your name, then it's pretty painless. You need to go on the CA DMV official website, create an account, sign up for the written test, choose to take the test either in person or proctor. Once you've passed the test, make sure your current driver license is still valid, have 2 forms of proof of residency, take the vision test at the DMV, have your picture taken, and that should be it. I kept reading "horror" stories about how difficult CA driver license written test is, but it took me less than 15mins to complete and pass the 1st try. Just make sure you scan over the driving book to know some of the material first. Now, if you need to change your name like me, don't show up with expired driver license and expired passport, cuz none of that would fly. In order to change your name on the driver license, you need to have a valid passport with your new name first, THEN, your social security ALSO has to have your new name on it before the CA DMV would approve your new CA driver license. Well, live and learn right? Overall, going from having to wait weeks or months for an appointment in TX, to being able to be seen the same day with barely any wait, I really can't complain much!

    Department of Motor Vehicles - #RealID FINALLY!!!

    Department of Motor Vehicles

    (32 reviews)

    I have to admit that i began the process of renewing my Driver's License in Glendale which is/was a…read moretrial by fire and mortar. I mean i went in w/o an appointment and wham bang was accosted by a huge group of people seeking succor from the cali DMV! HA! I went through almost the entire process including taking a photo which made me look like Rock Hudson when it was published that he had AIDS! ( i swear. i look gaunt and ready to meet my maker!) Unfortunately i failed the test and decided to hightail out of the place. I spent over a week in SB for holidays and family illness issues and so i came here on the 27th to take my test over. First of all everyone working here were still on the high of Christmas and treated us all few applicants like long lost family members. It scared me initially and then i got into it. I did ask if i could take my photo over and the nice lady replied: $35 to redo. Ok for that. I mean for 35 bucks i could have a few drinks sitting at the Tee Off bar, right? In any event i passed the test easily, missed 2 and received graciously, my 2024 renewal. The peeps that work here are the best: full of smiles and helpful and caring. Why can't all of the DMZ offices follow that trend? And why can't it be Christmas the whole year 'round? Cheers!

    All in all everything was fantastic got there at 7:45 I was out of there by 8:15 the lady window…read morenumber three was fantastic a lot of patience and very friendly wherever I am in California from here on that's where I'm going to go Santa Barbara DMV top drawer for sure

    San Luis Obispo DMV Office - Whitch in Wizzard of Oz!!

    San Luis Obispo DMV Office

    (140 reviews)

    I'm from out of town, I headed there early because I thought that would help, Early bird tip, as…read moreyou face the door to DMV appointments are on the right and non appointments are on the left before they open the doors. When the doors open and the mad rush starts, you have to stand in line first to figure which line you will be standing in next, the super nice gal asked me for my 6 digit code, what code? You are supposed to go onto the DMV web site before you go and create an account and then let DMV know why you're coming.I did not the 6 digit code so my next line to stand in was the line with all the other folks who did not have a 6 digit code. After I got my 6 digit code I got back in line, this is my 3rd line , so I could let the gal at the first line I was in know that I had a 6 digit code now, fantastic! She said, now go sit until your number is called, about 30 minutes later my number was called and the gal at the window helping me with my class A drivers license was amazing, funny thing, I needed a new picture so off to line 4 I went. Line 4 was short and the gal was equally as nice as the others , after my picture I waved good by to everyone and wished them a wonderful day . The parking lot was full when I was leaving and the line was out the door , go early my friends , it's a lot less stress , highly recommend

    Went to DMV to get information on what documents to bring to get an ID card for my older sister who…read moreneeds one. Unfortunately we got Stephanie on window 5 who refused to let my husband help me by asking questions that I didn't think to ask. So he needed to tell me his question and I had to relay the question to her bc she wouldn't deal with him. She rolled her eyes a few times. She was short and impatient with her answers when we asked her questions. She treated us like we are couple of dummies. I told her that her behavior was very unpleasant when she's supposed to be helpful. Hope you never have to deal with her on window 5.

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    Department of Motor Vehicles

    (68 reviews)

    I visited this DMV recently and had a disappointing experience--not because of wait times, but…read morebecause of how staff treated each other. I witnessed a male employee respond dismissively and rudely to a front desk worker who was simply asking for clarification. His tone was unprofessional, and it visibly affected her--she seemed startled and wasn't able to continue assisting me properly afterward. No one should be spoken to that way, especially in a work setting. It created an uncomfortable environment and made the overall experience feel disorganized. I hope management addresses this, because respectful communication between staff matters just as much as customer service.

    I needed the copy of a tenant's driver's record, DMV Form INF 70. It is online…read more Unfortunately, my printer was not working. I went to the Goleta, CA office to retrieve. The clerk was rude and told me that such a form was non existent and told me there was no way that I could look up another person's DMV record. I looked like the woman was in her mid 60's with 20 to 30 years of experience with DMV. I insisted the form was online and that I could not print because of my printer problem. She appeared to go to a supervisor, I guess, who told to tell me to go to a yellow vending machine in the Albertson's Super- market in the same plaza to retrieve. This was a ruse to get me out of the office. I was surprised by the clerk's and office's general incompetence and rude behavior. **

    DMV - departmentsofmotorvehicles - Updated May 2026

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