In an effort to best serve our members, AAA DMV services are available at all branches in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York and at three branches in Connecticut: Norwalk, Fairfield and Danbury. Not all services are offered in all states. You can locate your nearest branch here.
Find more information about AAA DMV services near you, how to make a reservation and what you need to know before you arrive.
AAA DMV Services in Connecticut
What DMV services does AAA offer?
- License and ID services
- License renewals
- License upgrades (including REAL ID)
- Duplicate licenses
- Driving records for employment
AAA DMV Services in Rhode Island
What DMV services does AAA offer?
- License renewals
- Duplicate licenses
- Renewal of existing state ID
- Renewal of expired state ID
- REAL ID license upgrade
- State ID duplicates
- Registration renewals
- Late renewals
- Duplicate registrations
- Registration address change
- Cancellation of registration
- License plate remake
- Vanity plate orders
- Motorcycle endorsement
What DMV services does AAA NOT offer?
- New licenses or state ID’s to include out of state conversions of license or ID
- Conversion of a driver’s license to state ID
- All CDL license transactions
- Name change on license, ID or registrations. Exception: AAA can change a middle name only with legal documents for Real ID endorsement on License or state ID transactions only
- Non-Citizen License/ID transactions
- Reinstate suspended licenses, ID’s or registrations
- Any title services
- New vehicle registrations or new license plates for a new or used vehicle you have purchased
- Converting an out of state registration to Rhode Island
- Registration transfer of existing plates
- Drivers permits, either new or duplicates/replacements
AAA DMV Services in New York
What DMV services does AAA offer?
- Registration renewals
- Registration amendments (Acceptable changes: address change, vehicle color change.)
- Duplicate registrations
- Registration transfers
- License renewals
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) renewals, duplicates and amendments, including downgrading or upgrading change of class, an upgrade to Real ID or Enhanced.
- Duplicate licenses (Duplicates can be issued if a license is lost or stolen, if you are changing an address, if you want to change your photo or if you want to add or remove organ donor status.)
- License amendments (Only the following amendments can be performed: changing name, address, sex, height, eye color, date of birth; adding veteran status.)
- License upgrades (REAL ID, Enhanced Driver License)
- Non-driver ID renewals, duplicates and upgrades
- Plate surrenders
- Lease buyouts
- Vision tests
What DMV services are NOT offered?
- New licenses or state ID’s to include out of state conversions of license or ID
- Conversion of a driver’s license to state ID
- Reinstate suspended licenses, ID’s or registrations
- Late registration renewals expired beyond one year
- Any title services
- New vehicle registrations or new license plates for a new or used vehicle you have purchased
- Converting an out of state registration to a New York registration
- Remove, clear or accept payment for income tax blocks, parking violations, E-ZPass violations or tickets
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What RMV services does AAA offer?
- License renewals
- Massachusetts has started the Free Real ID upgrade for those who renewed their standard license/state ID through the RMV online system between June 12, 2020, and April 30, 2021. If you qualify, make a reservation for “Real ID” at the MA AAA office of your choice, record the application form and BRING ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR REAL ID TO YOUR APPOINTMENT.
- Duplicate licenses (Duplicates can be issued if a license is lost or stolen, if you are changing an address, if you want to change your photo or if you want to add or remove organ donor status.)
- REAL ID license upgrade
- Renewal of existing state ID
- State ID duplicates
- Registration renewals
- Duplicate registrations
- Registration amendments (Acceptable changes: address change, vehicle color change.)
- Registration transfers
- Duplicate titles
- Replacement license plate sticker
What RMV services does AAA NOT offer?
- New licenses or state ID’s to include out of state conversions of license or ID
- Conversion of a driver’s license to state ID
- All CDL license transactions
- Name change on standard license, standard state ID or registrations. Exception: AAA can do a name change only with legal documents for Real ID endorsement on license or state ID transaction only
- Reinstate suspended licenses, ID’s or registrations
- New vehicle registrations or new license plates for a new or used vehicle you have purchased
- Converting an out of state registration to Massachusetts
- Duplicate plate requests
- License plate cancelations
- License plate swaps (Moving plates between two vehicles you own)
- Name swaps on registrations and titles
Important Information
DMV transactions require paperwork and proof of ID. Real ID and Enhanced endorsements for a non-driver ID and drivers’ license have additional requirements. To successfully complete a DMV transaction, you must prepare yourself with acceptable documents. We recommend you fill out these forms before your reservation. These forms may include:
MV-82 – Vehicle registration/title application
Required for registration renewals, amendments and duplicates.
MV-44 – Application for permit, driver’s license or non-driver ID
Required for license renewals, amendments and duplicates.
Other requirements
Valid AAA membership and proof of identification.
FAQs
How do I make a reservation for a AAA DMV service?
Before visiting a branch, you can make an online reservation for branches in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York.
What do I need to know about making a reservation?
- One person cannot make a reservation for multiple people. Each individual in need of service must have his or her own reservation.
- Currently, AAA branches can only service one transaction type per visit.
- AAA is only able to provide DMV services to active AAA members at this time. You will need to bring your current AAA membership card to your reservation.
Is there a fee for AAA DMV services?
In Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York, DMV/RMV services are free for all AAA members. In Connecticut, AAA members from outside AAA Northeast territory pay $6 for DMV services and non-members pay $8.
For more information and a complete list of all required documents and forms needed to complete AAA DMV services, visit AAA.com.
Pictured above: The staff at AAA Northeast’s Farmingdale, N.Y., branch.
This article has been updated and republished from a previous version.
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Does AAA provide photo changes with license renewals for someone who lost a lot of weight and no longer looks anything like current license photo?
Hi Kelly, thanks for the question. Yes, you have the option of taking a new photo with a renewal. If you upgrade to Real/Enhanced ID, a new photo is required.
With COVID, can license plates be turned in at ANY AAA office, or is this still not a service provided since May 2021??
Hi Conrad, thanks for inquiring. We currently have one more approval to pass with the State of NY in order to begin accepting registration/plate cancelations. Once approved we will announce the service. We hope to have it in place by 12/1/21. You can check AAA.com for further updates on this service, and other new services coming soon.
How much will it cost to do the following:
*Transfer a title into my name
*Transfer Plates and Registration
Hi John, thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately, we can’t quote a price. It all depends on vehicle weight, expiration month, title, sales tax fees, etc. Fee information can be found on the DMV website for these transactions.
Hi I scheduled my son who will be turning 21 for his license renewal and upgrade to enhanced license when he renews. I’m assuming this can be done at aaa and is considered one transaction
Hi Jackie, thanks for reaching out. Yes, both a renewal and upgrade can be done in one transaction.
Hello,
The above is a bit confusing RE: changing your name as it seems under both offered/not offered. Are you able to process an enhanced ID last name change with appropriate social security card documentation?
Thanks for the help!
Lauren
Hi Lauren, thanks for reaching out and apologies for any confusion. Yes, AAA branches in NY can process license name changes. You can find the necessary documentation here.
Can you surrender NY license plates to a AAA office?
Sheila, thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately, this is not a transaction that can be completed at a AAA branch at this time.
Can I make an appointment for my wife under my membership?
Hi Frank, thanks for the question. As long as your wife is also a AAA member, yes you can make an appointment for her.
Can you process a dependent real id application
Hi Yui, thanks for reaching out. If the dependent is under the age of 18 we can process for them as they are a dependent in the same household. If they are 18 or older, however, they need a AAA membership.
Can my Elderly Mother convert her drivers license which is still valid to a non drivers ID at a AAA office ?
Hi Paul, thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately, at this time we’re unable to convert a driver’s license to a state ID. This will have to be done through the DMV.
Would like an (EDL) appointment in
Brooklyn
New York .
Hi William, you can make an appointment here: https://northeast.aaa.com/automotive/registry-services/schedule-dmv-ny.html?icid=mag_aaa“>AAA.com