Where to book your Broward appointment
You schedule a Broward County driver license appointment through the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) website, not through a local office directly. Go to gorenew.com, select Florida, then choose your transaction type — whether you need a license renewal, replacement, or to handle a violation-related requirement like a vision test or written exam.
The system shows you available dates and times at the Broward County Tax Collector's office locations that handle DHSMV services. Most appointments fill weeks in advance, so checking early in the morning when slots refresh often gives you more options. If no dates appear for your preferred location, try searching a nearby county office — sometimes a short drive saves you weeks of waiting.
You can also call the Broward County Tax Collector at their main line to ask about appointment availability, though the online system is usually faster. Some offices have walk-in hours for specific services, but these are limited and waits can be several hours.
Key Takeaways
- Book through gorenew.com, not by calling or visiting an office — the website shows real-time availability and lets you pick your date.
- Appointments typically fill weeks ahead, so search early morning or check neighboring counties if your preferred date is full.
- Bring the documents listed in your appointment confirmation, which vary depending on whether you are renewing, replacing, or taking a test.
- If you miss your appointment, you can reschedule through gorenew.com without losing your spot, though availability may have changed.
- Walk-in services exist at some Broward locations but have limited hours and long waits — an appointment is faster.
What documents to bring
Your appointment confirmation email or letter tells you exactly which documents you need, because the list changes based on your transaction. For a standard renewal, you typically need your current driver license and proof of residency (a recent utility bill, lease, or bank statement with your name and address). If you are renewing after it expired more than a certain time, you may need additional documents like a birth certificate or Social Security card.
If your appointment is for a violation-related requirement — such as a vision test ordered by the court or a written exam after a suspension — bring the court order or notice that sent you there. The confirmation will specify this. Bring original documents or certified copies; photocopies alone are usually not accepted.
Bring a valid form of identification to the appointment itself. Your expired license counts if it is not too old, or bring a passport, military ID, or state ID card.
How far in advance to schedule
Book as soon as you know you need an appointment. Broward County appointments often fill 4 to 8 weeks out, depending on the season and which office you choose. If you have a court important date or a suspension that requires you to complete a transaction by a specific date, work backward from that date and search when ready.
If you are coming up on a license expiration and do not have an appointment yet, you can still renew online through gorenew.com without an office visit — but this option is only available if your license is not suspended and you meet other conditions. Check the website to see if you are may be able to access for online renewal before booking an appointment.
What happens if you miss or need to reschedule
If you cannot make your appointment, log back into gorenew.com with the confirmation number from your email and reschedule to a different date. You do not lose your place or have to start over. However, available dates may have changed since you first booked, so you might end up with a later appointment than you originally had.
If you miss the appointment without rescheduling, you will need to book a new one from scratch. Some offices may flag repeated no-shows, so contact the Tax Collector's office if you need to explain a missed appointment.
Broward County office locations and hours
Broward County has multiple Tax Collector offices that handle DHSMV transactions. The main office is in Fort Lauderdale, but there are branches in Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, and other areas. When you search on gorenew.com, the system shows you which locations have openings and their hours.
Hours vary by location and change seasonally. Most offices are open Monday through Friday during business hours, with some offering limited Saturday hours. The confirmation email you receive after booking tells you the exact address, hours, and parking information for your appointment location.
If you need to change your location after booking, you can reschedule to a different office through gorenew.com as long as appointments are available there.
Handling violations or suspensions at your appointment
If your appointment is tied to a violation — such as a suspension that requires you to pass a vision or written test before you can drive again — bring the court order or suspension notice that sent you there. The office staff will know what test you need to take based on your case number or the reason for your suspension.
Some violations require you to show proof of completion of a course (such as traffic school) before the office can process your reinstatement. Bring that certificate if you have already completed it. If you have not, ask the office staff what the next step is — you may need to complete the course before scheduling this appointment.
The appointment itself does not resolve the violation; it is the step where you take the required test or submit the required documents. Passing the test or submitting proof of course completion is what allows the office to clear the suspension from your record.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my license online instead of going to an office?
You may be able to renew online through gorenew.com if your license is not suspended, you are not required to take a new photo, and you meet other conditions. The website tells you whether online renewal is available for you. If it is not, you must schedule an office appointment.
What if I cannot find an appointment in Broward County?
Try searching nearby counties on gorenew.com — Dade, Palm Beach, or Broward satellite offices sometimes have earlier openings. You can use any Florida office for most transactions. If all nearby counties are full, check back daily, as cancellations open up slots regularly.
Do I need an appointment for a written test after a suspension?
Yes. Even though the test itself is quick, you must book an appointment through gorenew.com to take it at a Tax Collector's office. Walk-in testing is not available for suspension-related exams.
What if my appointment confirmation email did not arrive?
Log into gorenew.com with your confirmation number and check your appointment details there. If you never received a confirmation number, you may not have completed the booking. Try scheduling again, and watch for the confirmation email in your spam folder.
Can someone else go to my appointment for me?
No. You must appear in person for your appointment. The office needs to verify your identity and, for most transactions, take a new photo or administer a test. A representative cannot do this on your behalf.