Licenses & IDs

All Out-of-Country and US Territories (American Samoa, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Midway Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Republic of Palau, Republic of the Marshall Islands, and US Virgin Islands) drivers license transfers must be done at the DMV Cranston headquarters. These transactions are not performed at DMV branch locations or AAA branch offices.

The computerized knowledge exam is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm at the DMV Cranston headquarters. A vision test will be given at this time. No appointment is necessary, tests are given on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The operator of a motor vehicle involved in an accident in Rhode Island that results in injuries and/or property damage in excess of $1,000, is required by law, to report the accident in writing, within 21 days, to the Division of Motor Vehicles. This report is in addition to a police report. Failure to submit an Accident Report (AR-1), may result in suspension of the motorist's license and a reinstatement fee. Please contact the Accident Office for additional information.