Before you make the trip
In-person license renewal requires an appointment
If online renewal is unavailable, book a renewal appointment. CDL holders and customers whose visas are expiring must renew at a Licensing Center.
Read license renewal and booking rulesPrepare a standard license or ID application
Bring paper identity proofs totaling six points, one New Jersey address proof, and the Social Security number, ITIN or affidavit required for your credential. Complete BA-208. REAL ID requires two address proofs and its separate document rules.
Review six-point ID and credential-specific rulesTasks available online
Guidance applies to mvc licensing centers. The official location page identifies any services or tests limited to particular offices.
Agency guidance checked October 25, 2026. Office records and guidance have separate verification dates.
Compare nearby offices
These offices are in New Jersey and have the same office category. Confirm that the location handles your transaction. Distances are straight-line distances, not driving distances.
Freehold MVC Licensing Center
Freehold, NJ · Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM, Sat 8 AM–3 PM
Toms River MVC Licensing Center
Toms River, NJ · Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM, Sat 8 AM–3 PM
Rahway MVC Licensing Center
Rahway, NJ · Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM, Sat 8 AM–3 PM
Edison MVC Licensing Center
Edison, NJ · Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM, Sat 8 AM–3 PM
South Plainfield MVC Licensing Center
South Plainfield, NJ · Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM, Sat 8 AM–3 PM