Book your Broward DMV appointment online through the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles website or by phone

The Florida DMV runs all driver license and vehicle registration appointments through a single online system. You can reserve a time slot at any Broward County office without calling, though phone booking is also available if you prefer. Most appointments fill up 4 to 6 weeks in advance, so booking early gives you more time options.

You do not need to know which specific office you want before you start — the system shows you available times across all Broward locations and lets you pick the one that works for your schedule. The appointment itself is free; you pay only for the service you're there to receive (a driver license renewal, vehicle registration, etc.).

Key Takeaways

  • Book online at flhsmv.gov/appointments or call 1-844-435-7352 to reserve a time slot at any Broward DMV office.
  • The online system shows real-time availability across all county locations, and you can choose the date, time, and office that suit you.
  • Appointments typically fill 4 to 6 weeks ahead, so booking as soon as you know you need a service gives you the most options.
  • Bring your confirmation number and the documents required for your specific transaction, since the DMV will not process your request without them.
  • If an appointment slot is not available when you search, check back within a few days — cancellations open up regularly.

How to book online at flhsmv.gov/appointments

Go to flhsmv.gov/appointments and select "Schedule an Appointment" on the homepage. You will see a form asking for your zip code or county; enter Broward or your specific zip code within Broward County. The system will then ask what service you need — driver license renewal, vehicle registration, duplicate license, CDL services, or another transaction.

Once you select your service, the system displays all available dates and times across Broward offices for the next several weeks. Click on a date that works for you, then choose a specific time slot. The system will ask for your name, phone number, and email address to confirm the appointment. You will receive a confirmation number by email and text message; save this number because you will need it when you arrive.

The entire process takes about 5 minutes. You can cancel or reschedule through the same website up to 24 hours before your appointment time.

Booking by phone if you cannot use the online system

Call 1-844-435-7352 to speak with a DMV representative who can book an appointment for you. This line is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time. Have your zip code and the service you need ready when you call, since the representative will ask the same questions the online form does.

Phone booking takes longer than online booking — typically 10 to 15 minutes — because the representative must manually check availability and enter your information. If you are calling during peak hours (late morning or early afternoon), you may wait on hold. The representative will give you a confirmation number over the phone; ask them to email it to you as well so you have a written record.

Which Broward DMV offices you can choose from

Broward County has five DMV service centers. When you book online or by phone, the system shows availability at all of them, so you can pick based on location and time rather than being assigned to one office:

  • Deerfield Beach office (1901 W. Hillsboro Boulevard)
  • Fort Lauderdale office (1350 E. Las Olas Boulevard)
  • Pompano Beach office (1401 S. Federal Highway)
  • Sunrise office (10900 W. Oakland Park Boulevard)
  • Tamarac office (5801 N. University Drive)

Each office handles the same services, so there is no advantage to choosing one over another except for convenience. If one office has no appointments available for two weeks but another has slots next week, the system will show you both options and you can decide whether to wait or travel to a different location.

What to bring to your appointment

The documents you need depend on your specific transaction, but the DMV website lists requirements for each service type. For a driver license renewal, you typically need your current license, proof of residency (a recent utility bill or lease), and your Social Security number. For vehicle registration, you need the vehicle title, proof of insurance, and identification.

Bring your confirmation number and arrive 10 to 15 minutes early. The DMV processes appointments in order, and arriving late may result in your appointment being cancelled and reassigned to the next available slot. If you do not have all required documents, the DMV will not complete your transaction and you will need to reschedule.

What to do if no appointments are available

Availability changes daily as people cancel or reschedule. If the online system shows no open slots when you search, check back the next day or later that same week. Cancellations typically happen in the morning and late afternoon.

If you need an appointment urgently and cannot find one within your timeframe, you can visit a DMV office without an appointment, though wait times are typically 2 to 4 hours. Walk-in service is available at all five Broward offices during regular business hours (usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with limited Saturday hours at some locations). Check the specific office's hours on flhsmv.gov before you go.

Rescheduling or cancelling your appointment

You can change your appointment time or location through the same website where you booked it. Go to flhsmv.gov/appointments, select "Manage Your Appointment," and enter your confirmation number and phone number. The system will show your current booking and let you cancel it or reschedule to a different date, time, or office.

Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before your appointment time. If you cancel within 24 hours or do not show up, that time slot is lost and you will need to book a new appointment. If you need to reschedule but cannot access the website, call 1-844-435-7352 and a representative can make the change for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book an appointment for someone else?

No, the person who needs the service must book their own appointment or be present when someone else books it on their behalf. The DMV requires the person's name, phone number, and email address to create the appointment, and they will receive the confirmation details directly.

What if I miss my appointment?

If you do not show up, the appointment is cancelled and the time slot is released to other people. You will need to book a new appointment through the website or by phone. There is no penalty, but you lose your reserved time and may have to wait several weeks for the next available slot.

Can I change my appointment after I book it?

Yes, you can reschedule to a different date, time, or office through flhsmv.gov/appointments up to 24 hours before your appointment. After that window, you must cancel and book a completely new appointment. Cancellations within 24 hours forfeit the slot.

Do I have to book an appointment, or can I just walk in?

Walk-in service is available at all Broward DMV offices, but appointments are strongly recommended because walk-in wait times often exceed 2 hours. Appointments are free and take just a few minutes to book online, so reserving a time slot saves you time on the day you visit.

What if the online system will not let me book because of an error message?

Try clearing your browser's cache and cookies, then reload flhsmv.gov/appointments. If the error continues, call 1-844-435-7352 and book by phone instead. Technical issues are usually resolved within a few hours, so you can also try again later that day.