He California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) confirmed news that will disrupt the routines of thousands of drivers in the Central Valley. The office is located in the city of Visaliaa nerve center for licensing and registration management, closed its doors to launch an ambitious reform plan. According to the official schedule, the building will be idle for the first few months of the year, forcing residents to look for alternative locations or resort to digital channels.
The facility at 1711 E Main St. was the latest to close Friday, December 26th. The state authorities justified the measure with the need for structural improvements, which included the renovation of the sanitary facilities and the complete renovation of the parking lot. If no unforeseen events occur in the company, the reopening will be agreed upon Friday March 20, 2026at 8 a.m.
Given the void left by the Visalia office, the DMV recommended that citizens move to other offices in the area. Although this entails additional travel costs, the nearest offices are already prepared to handle the flow of procedures:
The authority urges residents to use the “Service Advisor” on its official website. With this tool you can identify Which procedures require physical presence? and which can be solved remotely. The renewal of vehicle registrations and, in certain cases, driving licenses can be carried out online without the need to visit a branch.
Despite the building closure, the regulations on vehicle registration remain unchanged. Those who have just settled in California must provide this Form REG 343 Title application, proof of prior registration, proof of insurance and smog certificate if applicable. It is also important Form REG 31 Vehicle inspection process that must be completed by a DMV employee.
One thing that sets California’s legislation apart from states like Florida or Texas is its inclusion policy for foreign residents. According to the AB 60 law, people in an irregular situation can obtain their driver’s license provided they prove their identity and residency in the state. This flexibility also applies to vehicle registration, where the requirements are identical for citizens and migrants, making it easier to legalize drivers across the state.
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