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Find your county’s service guide 29 reviewed links · Merced
County selection Merced, California
County context for browsing. Agency service areas may differ. Get or renew a driver license → Register or renew a vehicle → Find public transit services → Report a street repair issue → Parking permits and citations → Apply for a REAL ID → Find a DMV office or appointment → Prepare for DMV tests → Transfer or replace a vehicle title → Apply for a disabled parking placard → Request your DMV driver record → Find Smog Check information and stations → Shared California DMV guidance. Start the state application online, then complete the required DMV office steps.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · New DL/ID Card Application (opens in a new tab)
Official DMV instruction page heading
Driver’s License / ID Card Application Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 84ae884953c46a7d
Shared California DMV guidance. Follow the renewal notice and the state’s channel-specific instructions.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Renew DL/ID (opens in a new tab)
Official DMV instruction page heading
Driver’s License & ID Card Online Renewal Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 4e99983977668d6d
Shared California DMV guidance. State guidance for applicants unable to provide proof of legal presence; identity, residency and testing requirements still apply.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Learn More About AB 60 Driver’s Licenses (opens in a new tab)
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AB 60 Driver’s Licenses Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot cb78b58f5696939d
Shared California DMV guidance. Gather the required identity/residency documents and bring originals to the DMV visit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · REAL ID (opens in a new tab)
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REAL ID Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 467966c4f30ebfe8
Shared California DMV guidance. Select the correct new-registration path for the vehicle and ownership situation.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · New Registration (opens in a new tab)
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New Registration Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot b31d91fa61a4e6d7
Shared California DMV guidance. Read the state online eligibility, insurance, smog and payment requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Renew Registration (opens in a new tab)
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Vehicle Registration Online Renewal Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 10a16d4788f6e072
Shared California DMV guidance. Use the state calculator for the vehicle, transaction and applicable local factors.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Fee Calculator (opens in a new tab)
Official DMV instruction page heading
Vehicle Registration & Licensing Fee Calculators Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 45694159024d1dae
Shared California DMV guidance. Search DMV’s current statewide finder for field offices, kiosks and authorized business partners; services differ by location.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · DMV field-office finder (opens in a new tab)
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Field Offices Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 4e02ba5c7e61915e
Shared California DMV guidance. Read the state visit policy before booking or travelling; routine renewals and records use other channels.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Schedule Appointment (opens in a new tab)
Official DMV instruction page heading
Appointments Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 4fa7ec3cd1382c6d
Shared California DMV guidance. State preparation guidance; the required test and appointment depend on the application.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Prepare for Knowledge and Drive Tests (opens in a new tab)
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Knowledge and Drive Tests Preparation Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 6cf6883c532cad39
Shared California DMV guidance. State renewal eLearning guidance; review the November 6, 2026 course-transition notice.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Online Testing (opens in a new tab)
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Online Learning Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 27975f5d34632aff
Shared California DMV guidance. Check ownership signatures, required forms, transfer fees and separate buyer/seller reporting steps.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Title transfers and changes (opens in a new tab)
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Title Transfers and Changes Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot ae76b17b1ec626e1
Shared California DMV guidance. Review permanent, temporary and travel placards, medical certification and application channels.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Disabled person parking placards and plates (opens in a new tab)
Official DMV instruction page heading
Disabled Person Parking Placards & Plates Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot ba26ddc04bcff208
Shared California DMV guidance. Choose online viewing/printing or a mailed request; certification and fees differ.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · Request Driver Record (opens in a new tab)
Official DMV instruction page heading
Driver’s Record Request Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot db4786e67d95b0fd
Published office page with service categories and a dated calendar. Follow the transaction-specific instructions; this is not confirmation of every counter service.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · DMV location — merced (opens in a new tab)
Primary office identity, address, services and notices; nearby results excluded
Merced Field Office 1313 W 12th Street, Merced, CA 95340 This office has a self-serve kiosk to avoid waiting in line. DMV kiosks are convenient and offer services that are quick and easy. No wait times and open daily! Online Services Complete It Now! Most services are available online with the DMV or with a DMV-authorized partner! View all online services Renew Your Vehicle Registration Renew your Driver’s License or ID Card Driver’s License/ID Card Application Change your Address Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability Request a Replacement Driver’s License Special Interest or Personalized Plates Request your Driver’s Record Office Closed Many services are available online! Sunday Oct. 11 closed Monday Oct. 12 8am-5pm Tuesday Oct. 13 8am-5pm Wednesday Oct. 14 9am-5pm Thursday Oct. 15 8am-5pm Friday Oct. 16 8am-5pm Saturday Oct. 17 closed Sunday Oct. 18 closed Monday Oct. 19 8am-5pm Tuesday Oct. 20 8am-5pm Wednesday Oct. 21 9am-5pm Thursday Oct. 22 8am-5pm Friday Oct. 23 8am-5pm Saturday Oct. 24 closed current wait times appt Closed min no appt Closed min Nearby wait times Turlock Closed Madera Closed Los Banos Closed Modesto Closed Services Provided Licensing Services Testing Title Transfers Registration Plates, Permits, & Placards Replace Lost/Stolen/Damaged Records Request miscellaneous original documents Self Service Terminals Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot c141597c5462fd33
Published office page with service categories and a dated calendar. Follow the transaction-specific instructions; this is not confirmation of every counter service.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · DMV location — los-banos (opens in a new tab)
Primary office identity, address, services and notices; nearby results excluded
Los Banos Field Office 814 West L Street, Los Banos, CA 93635 Online Services Complete It Now! Most services are available online with the DMV or with a DMV-authorized partner! View all online services Renew Your Vehicle Registration Renew your Driver’s License or ID Card Driver’s License/ID Card Application Change your Address Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability Request a Replacement Driver’s License Special Interest or Personalized Plates Request your Driver’s Record Office Closed Many services are available online! Sunday Oct. 11 closed Monday Oct. 12 closed Tuesday Oct. 13 8am-5pm Wednesday Oct. 14 closed Thursday Oct. 15 8am-5pm Friday Oct. 16 closed Saturday Oct. 17 closed Sunday Oct. 18 closed Monday Oct. 19 closed Tuesday Oct. 20 8am-5pm Wednesday Oct. 21 closed Thursday Oct. 22 8am-5pm Friday Oct. 23 closed Saturday Oct. 24 closed current wait times appt Closed min no appt Closed min Nearby wait times Merced Closed Madera Closed Turlock Closed Gilroy Closed Services Provided Licensing Services Testing Title Transfers Registration Plates, Permits, & Placards Replace Lost/Stolen/Damaged Records Request miscellaneous original documents Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot f3e1c123c8b3dd20
Read the official programme information. Exceptions depend on the vehicle and transaction; use the DMV notice and agency guidance.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot ab6dc158dafc0ad9
Choose the required service type and contact the operator. An unqueried locator is not a verified directory of individual stations.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Auto Shop Locator Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot ab6dc158dafc0ad9
Read the registration context and follow the notice for your vehicle; this guide does not calculate an individual exemption.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Department of Motor Vehicles · DMV Smog Inspections (opens in a new tab)
Smog Inspections - California DMV — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Smog inspections are required when you register or renew registration for a vehicle in California, but there are some exceptions. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot a7a16bb221ff65ec
Official BAR referral for inspection issues, unusual vehicles and other Referee services. No appointment or application was submitted.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Smog Check Referee Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot ab6dc158dafc0ad9
Official programme referral; the applicant and vehicle must meet the programme's own eligibility rules.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Consumer Assistance Program Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot ab6dc158dafc0ad9
Find Gustine information and provider instructions for this topic. Check the listed location, customer and programme limits.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence City of Gustine · Gustine — Police Department municipal information (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed task-specific main content under Police Department - City of Gustine, CA; information landing only
California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 40220 allows for installment payments of parking citations for qualifying low-income individuals who apply within 60 days from the issuance of a notice of a parking violation, or within 10 days after an administrative hearing determination. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 603f048373532140
Read the official service information and the published route or programme conditions. Availability and eligibility depend on the named service; this guide does not verify an individual trip.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County · Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — About Us (opens in a new tab)
Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — About Us — 90173 scope
Today "The Bus" is the single public transportation service provider for all of Merced County. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 7107195be202d85c
Official route and schedule information. Check the named route, date and published exceptions; linked PDF contents have not been reviewed.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County · Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — About Us (opens in a new tab)
Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — About Us — 90173 routes 3c21615ae557
Routes & Schedules Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 7107195be202d85c
Official fare information. Check the exact rider category, route, ticket/pass and payment method before using a quoted amount.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County · Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — official public transit information (opens in a new tab)
Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — official public transit information — 90173 fares a226e9e26606
Fares Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot b94d78e134216ea2
Official fare information. Check the exact rider category, route, ticket/pass and payment method before using a quoted amount.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County · Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — About Us (opens in a new tab)
Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — About Us — 90173 fares cc32584ffed5
Fares Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 7107195be202d85c
Official accessibility or demand-response information. Eligibility and service areas vary; this information link does not submit an application or book a ride.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County · Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — official public transit information (opens in a new tab)
Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — official public transit information — 90173 accessibility fb8977168930
Accessibility Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot b94d78e134216ea2
Official accessibility or demand-response information. Eligibility and service areas vary; this information link does not submit an application or book a ride.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County · Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — Fares (opens in a new tab)
Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County — Fares — 90173 accessibility 816cfa7dec5e
Paratransit Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 71f9f2a17fe287d0
Read the official service information and the published route or programme conditions. Availability and eligibility depend on the named service; this guide does not verify an individual trip.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System · Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System — About YARTS (opens in a new tab)
Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System — About YARTS — 91070 scope
YARTS operates year-round on Highway 140 through Merced and Mariposa Counties, and seasonally (May – September) on Highway 41 through Fresno and Madera Counties, Highway 120 through Tuolumne County, and Highway 395/120E through Mono County. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 531bcf563632cf1e
Official state service profiles These 22 profiles are classified under this topic by California’s official state service directory. The county filter above does not establish local eligibility for them. Confirm availability and requirements on the official profile.
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1194 listed under department 220
Apply for a DL, ID or REAL ID Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Air Resources Board · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1199 listed under department 135
CA Clean Truck Check Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Automotive Repair, Bureau of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 7 listed under department 137
Check a license Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Insurance, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1171 listed under department 175
California Low Cost Auto Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1325 listed under department 220
Create a MyDMV Account Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1121 listed under department 220
DACA and AB60 Driver's License Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Automotive Repair, Bureau of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 6 listed under department 137
Find an auto shop Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Automotive Repair, Bureau of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1288 listed under department 137
File an auto repair complaint Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
General Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1157 listed under department 216
Fleet and Asset Management Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Insurance, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1170 listed under department 175
File an insurance complaint Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1219 listed under department 220
Get your mDL Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Automotive Repair, Bureau of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1289 listed under department 137
Repair or retire your vehicle Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Automotive Repair, Bureau of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1290 listed under department 137
Request a collision repair inspection Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
General Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1158 listed under department 216
Risk and insurance management Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 45 listed under department 220
Renew vehicle registration Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 44 listed under department 220
Renew driver’s license or ID card Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1222 listed under department 220
Register a vehicle Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1211 listed under department 220
Report auto fraud Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
State of California · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1286 listed under department 317
Recovery services finder Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Courts, California · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 15 listed under department 193
Traffic tickets Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1217 listed under department 220
Transfer vehicle title Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 48 listed under department 220
Update information (address, name, gender) Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a