Frequently Asked Questions regarding the availability of Miami-Dade and Broward County DMV appointments

FLHSMV acknowledges the difficulties many have experienced at our South Florida locations. To address this, FLHSMV is in the process of hiring additional driver license examiners and increasing Florida Licensing on Wheel (F.L.O.W.) events in Broward and Miami-Dade County.

The Department is committed to ensuring Floridians can access credentialing services. Various options are available to address this, including online opportunities through MyDMV Portal, checking the F.L.O.W. schedule for assistance in your area or private third-party providers that can assist with testing drivers for an additional fee.  They can be found here: https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/driver-license-exams/.

• What should I do if I need a credential renewed in Miami-Dade or Broward Counties?

  Plan ahead, do not wait until the date a credential expires to make an appointment to renew. Renewals and replacements, if not done online, can take 2-3 weeks for appointment availability. To make an appointment, go to flhsmv.gov and click on the Locations tab.

• What should I do if I need to make an appointment for an original license or credential?

  Individuals who have never been licensed in Florida or with temporary legal presence will need to make an appointment to come into the office. In high-demand areas, original licensing appointments may fill up fast; expect to make appointments 3-5 weeks ahead. To make an appointment, go to flhsmv.gov and click on the Locations tab.

• Is there anywhere I can go online to see announcements or information related to open appointments or events in Miami-Dade or Broward Counties?

  In addition to FLHSMV.gov, customers can follow FLHSMV on social media for information related to open appointments or licensing event announcements and check the F.L.O.W. schedule for assistance in your area.