NYS DMV

Very fast service went in & out in less than 30 mins
Going to start coming here whenever I need something done

Needed to replace my driver’s license. Got there 30mins before opening and was out within 40mins after they open. Fastest dmv visit ever. It did not appear to be too crowded either. Only problem is the parking fee. The staff are very courteous and friendly as well

Needed to change my name; after reading helpful Unilocal reviews I made an appointment online. I downloaded the application and had all required substantiating documents. My appointment was scheduled for 12:30p on a Wednesday and was out by 12:39! Never in my prior experience had I attended a DMV location so efficient.

The NYS DMV did an excellent job when I registered my vehicle.
They were very efficient and courteous I was very surprised the procedure took only 15 minutes. The clerk was very knowledgeable of her work, Keep the good work.

The best DMV I’ve been to so far, Porsha was great. Every member of the team was expeditious, courteous, and knowledgeable. You know what’s going on at all times.

Went in for a simple license renewal and they tried to send me away with a physician statement for medical review just because when the person asked I have headaches I said yes when that’s not even a question on the form. I called the number on the form and they said there’s no reason you should have been turned away from getting your license and after standing in front of the supervisor for about an hour she refused to help me and said to get a ticket and sat in her seat and would not approach me. After speaking with another supervisor I was finally able to get this resolved
0 stars. Avoid if possible

DMV love the new reservation. I simply get on my phone or computer make my reservation what time. You get there either print out your reservation number or use your phone to scan the number. What ever time you pick make sure your there with in five minutes before because your number will be called right away, love it. In and out best thing DMV did.

Went in to change my address and photo on my license because ny current license got crushed in the washer.
Arrived at 1:00, grabbed my R ticket and waited to be directed. Was told I needed a B ticket for the photo. For the R ticket there were like 7 ppl ahead of me, B ticket 3.
I went to window 33 to take the photo and have my documentation scanned. He took a great photo and then told me to wait outside for the B ticket to be redirected to finish the process. All this took under 10 mins. I was outside waiting for half an hr. When the # finally got called I was told by the lady at window 6, that the guy at 33 (Asian) should have just sent me back to her. He also hadn’t done what he should have. She took my papers, walked them over and had someone else expedite thr process. She was very professional with a pleasant demeanor.
All in all, a positive experience. I would def recommend this location. I even found myself humming along to the radio.
Kudos Springfield!

Had to come here yesterday because my temporary registration expired 3 days prior and the DMV sent my registration to the old address instead of the new one that I had already changed online. After all the confusion the guy who helped me out took care of my copy of registration along with actually changing my address in the system.
I made a reservation online before going into the DMV which helped out a lot because I was called within 5 minutes after arriving. Major kudo points right there.
No one likes going to the DMV, if you are nice to the representative they will be nice back.

This effin place. The only reason I gave it 3 stars is because things move fairly quickly here. You get your number at the kiosk and then it’s no more than a 15 – 20 min wait until your called to the window. But damn the attitudes I’ve gotten here. I understand your working with lots and lots of different types of people, but don’t act like your doing me a favor. Don’t think about asking a manager to help you either, because they are going to be just as rude and condescending as the person who initially helped you. The parking lot is cash only but try the side streets for parking, you might get lucky.

I had such a great experience at the DMV this week. I was dreading coming here because I didn’t want to wait too long, but I was pleasantly surprised. I literally renewed my license including taking my eye examination and a new photo for my license in only 40 minutes! Never in my life have I spent only 40 minutes in a DMV!
I just walked in, grabbed a number, and waited for my number to be called. Everyone was extremely helpful and pleasant throughout my experience. I agree with other Unilocalers about the music at this location. I was literally jamming while I waited lol. There is also a parking lot which is $ 4.00 for up to 3 hours, however it is possible to find parking on one of the side blocks. I would most definitely recommend this location if you need to get your business handled at the DMV.

This place is horrible … 3 hours just to register a car … seriously … place opens at 8:30am … I got here at 8:35am and waited over 3 hours… ridiculous!

It just hit me that I’ve been coming to this DMV for 10+ years because its been that long since I got my permit… where does the time go…
ANYWAY,
Pretty typical DMV experience. Long lines and I’ve gotten a friendly person once or twice. I’ve only been to one other DMV, and I’d say this one is better for those who can get there by car. It’s not great but not as dreadful as you may think.
Get their wayyyyyy before 4pm and you’ll be okay.

I am almost certain that this is what Dante was referring to in the Inferno when he mentioned the innermost circle of hell. Located in probably the worst part of Queens, South Jamaica surrounded my nothing but abandoned buildings and industrial Parks and JFK airport. Good luck finding street parking. The wonderful folks at the Department of Motor Vehicles have a private parking lot which you can pay to park at however you might as well just set your car on fire before walking in. The building itself is a geometrical nightmare composed of dirty smoked glass and reclaimed aluminum airplane bodies.
Inside you’ll find your typical endless bureaucratic maze that leads to nowhere. I understand that this could be a description for any one of these government offices However I have decided to grace this particular institution with one of my reviews. On the second floor you will find the hearing rooms Where fines and sentences are handed out with the ease and facility of a communion wafer. God for bid if you have a moving violation that you wish to contest. You might as well just plead guilty and pay your ticket so that you never have to enter this dungeon of despair because even with the best representation and with facts and evidence in your favor, the administrative judge is here use the little power that they are given to make everyone’s life miserable.
And if that isn’t enough to keep you out of this place, The bathrooms look like a demilitarized zone.

Last time I went there I was one of those early people, but this time I went in the middle of a Thursday afternoon. Ordinarily they close at 4:00 but on Thursday they’re open til 6:00. I’m beginning to think that being early is overrated. I was in and out of there in literally 15 minutes, and everyone was pleasant and efficient. Just like with any government office, you need to have all your ducks in a row before getting on a line, and things will go your way. So do your research, have your paperwork in order, and take a number. And yes Raymie, they bump’d good music. :D

Atleast they bump’d good music while i waited for 90 minutes

This is by far my first choice of a DMV to go to if you have access to a car to get there. If you are just starting out and don’t have a license yet or don’t have a car it isn’t the easiest of locations to get to. For NYC standards this is a large location, the staff behind the counter are efficient and border on almost pleasant and the lines move quickly. As with all the others they work with the — get on line for a number and then wait for your number to be called method. Whoever invented this method — seems obvious but it took a long time to perfect. There is plenty of seating area and WIFI available while you wait.
While you might have to opt to park in the lot where they charge you a nominal $ 3 fee (when I went — might be higher now), there is also street parking in the area if you are lucky enough to find it.
I went here to change my driver’s license and plates from Florida to New York and I wound up having to come back a second time. Post ⁹⁄₁₁ if you do not have the EXACT list of specified documents detailed here:
you will need to return, no discussion required.
As at all NYC locations — Do not even entertain the idea trying to convince anyone across the counter about why they should just accept the fact that you are an upstanding citizen that deserves to have the right to drive. For the record, having a valid driver’s license from Florida or having been a past New York State driver’s license holder are not considered proof of birth or valid ID While that was a pain in the butt for me because I didn’t happen to have any proof of birth, I completely understand why they have to be so vigilant and I support them in their diligence.

My experience was typical. Long lines and waiting. But the workers were nice and helpful. I was in and out in about a hour and a half. That included retaking my permit picture and retaking the permit written test. Not bad!
The only thing that surprised me was paying to park. When did they start that?