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Amid new COVID restrictions, DOL offices remain open by appointment only

November 17, 2020 WA Department of Licensing Driver Licenses and ID Cards, Professional Licenses, Resident Resources, Vehicles and Boats

Governor Jay Inslee announced new restrictions to slow the spread of COVID-19. They do not affect state agency operations.

Our public offices are still open by appointment only. This includes driver licensing offices and prorate and fuel tax counters. Drive testing and knowledge testing also are ongoing.

Appointments are for customers who can’t complete their task online, by phone, or by mail. We encourage residents to take advantage of expanded online services. Continue reading “Amid new COVID restrictions, DOL offices remain open by appointment only” →

Can’t get help online, by phone, or by mail? Make an appointment!

June 19, 2020 WA Department of Licensing Commercial driver licenses, Driver Licenses and ID Cards, Resident Resources, Vehicles and Boats

Updated 8:28 a.m., July 8, 2020

Our offices will begin to reopen Monday, June 22, in a series of stages. We’ll start with 14 locations. All in-person services are by appointment only.

Yesterday the Governor announced furloughs for all state workers. As a result, our days of operation will be temporarily reduced starting the week of June 29. All offices scheduled to reopen will be open Monday – Thursday in July, except for Thursday, July 2. Our offices are also closed July 3 in observance of Independence Day. We’ll be open Friday, July 31.

Our offices will be operating at a reduced capacity with social distancing in place. Please be patient. Appointments are limited. Our online, phone, and mail-in services remain the first option in most instances. Continue reading “Can’t get help online, by phone, or by mail? Make an appointment!” →

All driver licensing offices will temporarily close to the public beginning Tuesday, March 31, 2020

March 30, 2020 WA Department of Licensing Driver Licenses and ID Cards, REAL ID, Resident Resources, Vehicles and Boats

The Department of Licensing (DOL) is temporarily closing all driver licensing lobbies beginning March 31, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. All appointments are being canceled at this time and no appointments will be made going forward.

“The safety and health of both employees and customers is paramount. Sanitation products continue to be difficult to purchase and ensuring appropriate social distancing during in person transactions is difficult” said Teresa Berntsen, Director of the Department of Licensing. “We appreciate patience and understanding as the Department of Licensing does its part to stop the spread of COVID-19.”

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