DMV Appointments in Connecticut

Getting a DMV driving test appointment with the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is not only a time-saver, but it is also now a requirement to obtain driver license services in CT. Not only can you schedule your road test appointment online, but you can also expedite the driver’s license process from the beginning by scheduling your learner’s permit test and driver license knowledge exam appointments ahead of time.

The CT DMV appointment system is just one way Connecticut is streamlining its DMV services. Before you make a DMV online appointment, check to see if your motor vehicle task can be totally completed online. Connecticut offers a large number of online services that do not require an appointment to complete. Keep reading to learn about the state’s appointment system, including how to cancel or reschedule DMV appointment times when necessary.

Driving Test Appointments in Connecticut

A behind the wheel test appointment in CT is available to applicants who need to take the road skills test for a standard driver’s license or a commercial driver license (CDL). Before you schedule your road test appointment, make sure you meet all the requirements to take the test. These include taking the test in a properly registered and insured vehicle in good working condition. Your DMV driving test appointment clerk will perform an evaluation of your vehicle before you are allowed to begin your test.

If you are younger than 18 years of age, then you must have a qualified trainer present at your road test appointment to verify that you have completed all driver education requirements. This may be a parent, grandparent, legal guardian or the spouse of a married minor.

When you schedule DMV appointment times for a driving test, make sure you allow enough time to properly study and practice your driving skills. Your behind the wheel test appointment will evaluate your ability to respond to traffic signs and signals, park and back up your vehicle and several other maneuvers presented by the test examiner.

Other Services Covered by the Connecticut DMV Appointment System

When you make an appointment, the DMV will require you to choose the DMV location you wish to visit for your test. Note that certain types of drivers license appointment times are only offered at specific DMV locations, as explained in the section below. At present, the CT DMV appointment system only accepts appointments for learners permit, standard driver’s license and CDL road tests.

How to Schedule a DMV Appointment in Connecticut

The Connecticut DMV appointment system uses two different portals to register driving test appointments and learner’s permit knowledge testing. CT road test appointments are offered at Bridgeport, Danbury, Enfield, Hamden, Old Saybrook, Waterbury, Wethersfield and Willimantic DMV locations only. To schedule DMV appointment times at any of these locations, visit the appointment page. You will be presented with the following options:

  • Schedule new road test appointment
  • Reschedule road test appointment
  • Cancel existing road test appointment
  • Reprint road test appointment confirmation
  • Retrieve PIN

Select the “New Road Test Appointment” option. Enter all the requested learner’s permit information and follow the remaining prompts. You will be given a DMV view appointment option after entering all required information. Be sure to print your DMV online appointment confirmation page, as you must bring it with you when you appear for your appointment.

To make an appointment for learner’s permit knowledge test appointments, visit the online website. Once there, you will enter basic contact information including your full legal name, birthdate, Social Security Number (SSN) and citizenship status. After providing all the information requested on the online portal, you will be directed to a new page. Here, you can check DMV appointment times available and schedule one for your test.

DMV online appointment times are available at most DMV locations, although certain services are offered only at certain locations. Examples of Connecticut DMV online appointment-only locations include:

  • Cheshire provides knowledge testing for standard (non-commercial) driver’s license applicants
  • Hartford Regional Market provides CDL skills testing only
  • Stamford serves as a photo license center

What to Bring to Your Connecticut DMV Appointment

What you need to bring to your DMV appointment will differ somewhat depending on the type of transaction you are performing at the DMV. When you schedule a DMV appointment online, you will see checklists that provide specific documentation required for each Connecticut DMV motor vehicle-related task. For a drivers license appointment, you will need these basic items:

  • Proof of identity
  • Social Security Number
  • Proof of residency document if you are not a United States citizen
  • A completed license application form
  • Glasses or other necessary vision correction
  • Payment for CT DMV fees

A CT road test appointment requires you to bring a few additional items. These may include:

How to Cancel or Reschedule a DMV Appointment in Connecticut

Once you have a DMV appointment number or a PIN number for your DMV account, you can cancel or reschedule your appointment if needed. If you must cancel an appointment the DMV has set, then go back into the appointment system and enter your PIN to open the cancelation window. If you try to check DMV appointment status but cannot find your PIN, then enter your email address or permit number on the “Retrieve PIN” page and it will be mailed to you.

If you need to reschedule DMV appointment times or dates, then simply select that option and enter your PIN. If you cannot find a DMV online appointment at your chosen DMV location, then check to see if that service is offered at another nearby DMV location.

Last updated on Tuesday, September 25 2018.