Wait Times

Many MVD services, such as registration renewals, address changes, voter registration, license plate refunds, temporary permits and more can be conducted online — day and night, seven days a week — at your convenience. Visit azmvdnow.gov before you visit an MVD office.

Yes, you should avoid the last day and the 15th of each month. Vehicle registrations expire at those times, and there are penalties for late payment. Crowds also tend to increase over lunch hours, so avoiding the middle of the day might save time.

It varies quite a bit, but usually the shortest waits are in the mornings from approximately 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and midweek, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Make sure you bring all required documentation with you to conduct your specific transactions. If you're getting a driver license or identification card, fill out the Arizona Driver License/Identification Card application on the MVD website and save time in the office. Many transactions can be conducted without MVD staff assistance and with no wait using the Service Arizona self-service workstations, which are in most of the offices.