Compact State: Rhode Island has only 3 DMV offices. Any location is within 30-45 minutes from anywhere in the state.
Rhode Island DMV Offices
Providence Metro Area2 locations
RI DMV Cranston Headquarters
Cranston, RI
Headquarters
15 cities30-60 min
DMV Headquarters serving 60% of Rhode Island population. All services available.
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Warwick/Kent County Area
Warwick, RI
Service Area
6 cities
Warwick is RI's 3rd-largest city. No dedicated DMV branch - use Cranston HQ (10-15 min drive).
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Special Services
Naval Personnel
Naval Station Newport: Military license transfers and services for active duty personnel.
College Students
Brown, URI, RISD, Providence College: Out-of-state license transfers for students.
Block Island
Ferry access only. Unique driving environment with limited roads.
RI License Requirements
Permit Age
16
Years minimum
Provisional License
16½
Years minimum
Practice Hours
50
Hours (10 at night)
Full License
17½
Years minimum