Find Same-Day DMV Appointments in Wilmington, NC

Getting a DMV appointment in Wilmington can take weeks — but it doesn’t have to. Whether you're renewing your license, getting a new ID, or registering a vehicle, we’ll help you find earlier openings through real-time alerts.

How It Works

• ✅ We monitor Wilmington-area DMV locations 24/7
• ✅ Alerts are sent instantly when new or canceled appointments open up
• ✅ You book directly through the official North Carolina DMV website
• ✅ Most alerts are for same-day or next-day appointments

Wilmington DMV Locations We Monitor

We track availability at these Wilmington-area DMV offices:

• 📍 Market Street DMV (License & ID Office) – Offers driver's license renewals, REAL ID, testing, and road exams.
  Appointments: 7 a.m.–12 p.m. | Walk-ins: 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
• 📍 Shipyard Blvd DMV (License Plate Agency) – Handles tags, title transfers, and vehicle registration.
  Walk-ins only: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
• 📍 Oleander Drive DMV Express – Smaller office with periodic availability for ID changes and renewals.
  Appointments: limited availability, weekdays only.

Tips to Get a Same-Day DMV Slot

• ⚡ Act fast when you get an alert — availability can disappear in minutes
• 📝 Have your documents ready to go before booking
• 🚗 Be flexible about which Wilmington DMV you visit
• ⏰ Most cancellations happen early in the morning or around lunchtime