Redmond DMV Closed Today Due to Staffing

Oregon DMV cites staffing issues for temporary closure of Redmond location.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:57pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph depicting a blurred and hazy DMV office interior with muted colors and soft light, conceptually representing the disruption caused by the temporary closure.The temporary closure of the Redmond DMV office highlights the staffing challenges facing government agencies and the need for residents to stay informed about changes to essential public services.Redmond Today

The Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles has announced that its Redmond DMV office will be closed today, April 13, 2026, due to staffing challenges. Customers seeking DMV services in the Redmond area are being directed to contact the state's customer assistance line or website for further information and alternative options.

Why it matters

The temporary closure of the Redmond DMV highlights the ongoing staffing challenges facing government agencies and public services, which have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This disruption in DMV operations could inconvenience local residents who rely on the Redmond location for essential vehicle registration, licensing, and other DMV-related needs.

The details

According to the Oregon DMV, the Redmond DMV location at 3835 S.W. 21st Street will be closed today, April 13, 2026, due to staffing issues. Customers are being directed to contact the state's customer assistance line at 503-945-5000 or visit the Oregon DMV website at oregondmv.com for further information and alternative service options during this temporary closure.

  • The Redmond DMV will be closed on April 13, 2026.

The players

Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles

The state agency responsible for vehicle registration, licensing, and other DMV-related services in Oregon.

Chris Crabb

A spokesperson for the Oregon DMV who provided information about the Redmond DMV closure.

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What they’re saying

“Customers seeking DMV services in the Redmond area are being directed to contact the state's customer assistance line or website for further information and alternative options.”

— Chris Crabb, Oregon DMV Spokesperson

The takeaway

The temporary closure of the Redmond DMV underscores the ongoing staffing challenges facing government agencies and the need for residents to stay informed about changes to essential public services in their communities.