New York DMV Offices Closing for System Upgrade

Statewide closures scheduled for February 13-18

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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All New York DMV offices will be temporarily closed from February 13 to February 18 for a 'much-needed' system upgrade, the state agency announced.

Why it matters

This closure will impact millions of New Yorkers who rely on DMV services for driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, and other essential transactions. The upgrade is intended to modernize the DMV's technology and improve overall efficiency.

The details

The DMV cited the need for a 'much-needed' system upgrade as the reason for the statewide office closures. During this time, all DMV locations across New York will be shut down to allow for the technology improvements.

  • The DMV offices will be closed from February 13 to February 18, 2026.

The players

New York DMV

The state agency responsible for driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, and other motor vehicle-related services in New York.

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What’s next

After the system upgrade is complete, the DMV offices are expected to reopen on February 19, 2026 with the new technology in place.

The takeaway

This DMV closure highlights the ongoing need for state agencies to modernize their technology and infrastructure to better serve residents. While the short-term disruption may be inconvenient, the long-term benefits of an upgraded system could lead to more efficient and accessible DMV services across New York.