Nevada DMV mandates online start for all vehicle transactions to reduce wait times

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles has implemented a new policy requiring all vehicle-related transactions, such as registration, titling, and movement permits, to begin online via the MyDMV or DriveNV platforms before any necessary in-person visits. This change, effective October 22, aims to streamline the intake process, reduce incomplete visits due to missing paperwork, and free up thousands of in-person appointment slots, thereby reducing wait times. DMV Director Tonya Laney highlighted that a recent statewide network outage inspired the shift to improve service efficiency and prioritize critical services like driver's licenses and ID cards. Since July, over 192,000 vehicle transactions have been completed, with about 20% of appointments previously missed due to no-shows, underscoring the need for the new system. While not all transactions can be completed online, the DMV believes redirecting the majority to online services will significantly enhance access and reduce congestion at DMV offices. The department encourages residents to create accounts and begin their vehicle transactions online to facilitate this smoother process.