Frequently Asked Questions
About the Service
What is NCDMV Appointment Finder?
NCDMV Appointment Finder is a private service created to help North Carolina residents find earlier DMV appointments. We monitor cancellations and send alerts when new time slots become available.
Do you book appointments for users?
No. We do not book or hold appointments. When we detect an open time slot, we notify you so you can book it yourself through the official DMV website.
Are you affiliated with the North Carolina DMV or any government agency?
No. We are an independent company and are not connected with the NC DMV or any other government agency. We do not use government logos, names, or endorsements.
Where do you get your appointment information?
We track publicly available appointment calendars on official DMV websites. All data comes from online sources accessible to anyone.
How does the service work?
Our system continuously checks for cancellations and last-minute openings. When a new slot is available, we send an alert by email or text so you can act quickly.
Alerts and Notifications
What’s the difference between Basic email and SMS alerts?
Basic email alerts include all locations and all appointment types across the state. SMS alerts are sent faster and more frequently, but only for appointments within 50 miles of your zip code.
Why haven’t I received any SMS alerts?
If you haven’t received a text, it means that no appointments have opened within 50 miles of your location yet. We only send alerts when something is available near you.
How do appointment alerts work?
When our system detects a new or canceled appointment, it sends alerts to everyone subscribed within that zip code radius. Booking is first-come, first-served—we don’t hold or reserve slots.
Booking and Fairness
Is appointment access fair for all users?
Yes. Everyone subscribed for SMS alerts in a specific area receives the same alert at the same time. It’s up to each user to act quickly and book through the official DMV site.
Is your service legal and ethical?
Yes. We follow strict ethical standards. We do not interfere with DMV systems, and our operations are handled by real, fairly compensated individuals. We simply help residents find canceled appointments faster.
Do you reserve or resell DMV appointments?
No. We never hold, reserve, or resell DMV slots. We don’t game the system — our alerts are based on real-time public availability.
Does this help DMV offices too?
Yes. When canceled appointments are filled, DMV staff time is used more efficiently and overall wait times go down. Our service helps reduce wasted time for both residents and the DMV.
What if someone thinks you're the official DMV site?
We make it clear across our platform that we are not affiliated with the DMV. If someone signs up under the wrong impression, we will issue a full refund immediately.
What should I do when I get an alert?
Click the link in the alert and book the appointment directly through the official DMV website. Time slots often go fast, so we recommend acting quickly.