Department of Motor Vehicles

Lawrence J. Caza, Schoharie County Clerk

Schoharie County DMV provides an explanation on REAL ID requirements

DMV offices across the state are serving a record number of people, due to the upcoming
implementation of Real ID requirements. Schoharie County is experiencing the same increase in
customers. Let us help you make your experience better when utilizing the DMV.
First, it is not mandatory that you have Real ID compliant identification. This requirement is only
if you want to fly domestically or enter Federal Buildings on or after May 7, 2025. Federal
buildings closest to Schoharie are in Albany and Syracuse. All Schoharie County Office
buildings can still be accessed.

  • If your current driver license or non-driver ID has a Star or a Flag, you already HAVE the
    identification needed for this change.
  • If you have a current Passport book or card, you already HAVE the identification needed
    for the change.
    ~ YOU DO NOT NEED TO DO ANYTHING ~
    If you have just the standard driver or non-driver identification and want to upgrade to be
    compliant with Real ID, save yourself some time and be sure to bring the following with you to
    the DMV:
  1. Certified birth certificate (raised seal; signed by registrar) or your non-expired passport.
  2. Proof of social security number such as your social security card, 1099 or W-2.
  3. Your current license or non-driver ID, and a completed application form # MV-44.
  4. All documents allowing for any name changes you’ve had since birth such as marriage
    license, divorce, or court documents. These must be originals or Certified Copies.
  5. Sufficient Proof of Address – (Bring 2) A bank statement and a utility bill are the most
    common. Your Residential address cannot be a P.O. Box.

Visit the NYS DMV website for a complete list of all document options: www.dmv.ny.gov
The Schoharie County DMV serves people on a walk-in basis, with no appointments necessary.
Because of the time needed to process a Real ID or Enhanced Document, we do not start these
transactions after 4pm, as we close at 4:30.

Nice weather is right around the corner, and we are traditionally busier due to trailers, boats and motorcycles. It is highly recommended that you start working on these transactions now.

Local County Commissioner of Motor Vehicles

  • The Schoharie Department of Motor Vehicles is open to the Public for all Walk-In transactions, with No Appointment Needed. Please have your Forms and your ID Ready, to move as swiftly as possible through the process.
  • Our Hours of Operation are Mon – Fri 8:30 am till 4:30 pm
  • We process on a first-come / first serve basis; Forms are available in the office. We limit up to three transactions to be done at the window at one time; if you have additional transactions we need you to return to the line so others may also be served in a timely manner, then we will help you with your additional transactions.
  • Remember, most DMV Forms and many DMV transactions can also be found, completed, and Processed Online at:      www.dmv.ny.gov
  • For Commercial Driver License (CDL) Permit Tests, applicants must start their Tests by 3pm daily.
  • For a regular Driver License Test, DJ (Junior License) or a Motorcycle Written Test, applicants must start by 3:30 pm
  • No Enhanced Driver Licenses or ID’s (EDL’s) or the REAL ID’s will be started after 4 pm daily. Also, no Out-Of-State Reciprocities will be started after 4pm Daily. (Changing over your License or Registration from another state to one in New York.)
  • For more Information, or Questions, please call either our DMV Office at 518-295-8317, or the NYS DMV Help Line at (800) 698-2931
  • EZ PASS TAGS are now available to purchase at the Schoharie County Department of Motor Vehicles for a cost of $25.00 – once the Tag is registered and activated ONLINE with NYS – the $25 you paid is available to use on your EZ PASS TAG ACCOUNT
  • FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE THE EZ PASS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS  (FAQS)

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Location: County Office Building, 1st floor, 284 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157

Phone: 518-295-8317

Fax: 518-295-8484

Mailing Address: Schoharie DMV, P.O. Box 549, Schoharie, NY 12157

Office Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30 am till 4:30 pm.

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Most Commonly Asked Questions:

What motor vehicle services does the local Schoharie County Office provide?

The county acts as an agent for the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles and provides Original and Renewal transactions for all levels of Driver Licenses and Learner Permits, Non-Driver ID’s, Motor Vehicle, Motorcycle & Trailer Registrations, and also Boat and Snowmobile Registrations. We also act for NYS in the collection of Sales Tax on the sale of motor vehicles and other items between individuals. 

We pride ourselves on fast, efficient service to keep you from waiting in long lines at other offices.

Can I do my motor vehicle transactions by the mail?

YES! Our office is geared to the motto, “In today, out today” for fast by-mail-service.

Driver Licenses and Permits must be done in-person since a Photograph of the person applying must be taken. To do a transaction by mail, you must comply with any DMV Identification requirements for that transaction.

But also Remember, that Many DMV Transactions can be processed ONLINE at:          

www.dmv.ny.gov

How can I obtain information on a motor vehicle transaction?

You can come into our Office, in-person, at 284 Main St., Schoharie in the 1st floor of the County Office Building, during regular business hours. Some information is available over-the-phone, also during business hours, at 518-295-8317. Information is also available from the NYS Dept. of Motor Vehicles at: www.dmv.ny.gov

— You can Open a MYDMV Account by clicking on the MYDMV Log In Link —