The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is temporarily expanding its services for new residents. Starting from October 10, DMV offices in Henderson, Las Vegas, and Reno will accept walk-in appointments from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Monday through Friday and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.
DMV Director Julie Butler stated, "We want to help our new neighbors drive legally and get their vehicles registered here." The department aims to process up to 3,000 new residents weekly across the state to address backlogs caused by earlier COVID-19 closures.
This expansion also allows new residents to obtain identification needed for voter registration ahead of the general election on November 3. Nevadans with DMV-issued IDs can register online until October 29 or in person during early voting from October 17-30 and on election day.
Safety protocols related to COVID-19 are being observed at DMV offices. Customers will not form long lines or wait inside; instead, staff will screen them outside for proper documentation before issuing appointment tickets.
New residents must transfer an out-of-state driver's license or ID card to access these special hours. Further details are available on the New Resident webpage at dmvnv.com.
These temporary hours will remain effective until November 3, with the Reno office closing from October 24 - November 1 due to relocation but continuing services at an alternative site.
The DMV has historical data showing an average of over 100,000 out-of-state licenses surrendered annually statewide between 2017-2019.