Before you make the trip
Regular and motorcycle skills tests use two visit periods
Branches accept walk-in skills tests from 8:30 a.m. through 1:30 p.m., except Wednesday when they start at 9:30 a.m. Tests from 2 p.m. through 4 p.m. require appointments. Bring an insured test vehicle.
Review road-test visit rulesApply for an SC REAL ID
Provide your Social Security number and original or government-issued identity documents. Bring two proofs of your current physical SC address and the documents showing your complete legal name-change history. A current U.S. passport in your legal name can replace name-change documents.
Review SC license and REAL ID documentsTasks available online
Guidance applies to scdmv branches. 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.
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Barnwell SCDMV Branch
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Saint Matthews SCDMV Branch
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Saint George SCDMV Branch
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