New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Registration Center
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Location Details
Address
696 East Fordham Road, NY, 10458
Phone
Not listed — call the NY DMV main line for routing.
Hours of Operation
Services Provided
Taking the Knowledge Test in New York
Planning to take your written permit test at New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Registration Center? Here's what NY DMV requires statewide — call ahead to confirm this location offers knowledge testing.
Format: 20 questions, multiple choice, need 14 correct including at least 2 of 4 road sign questions.
Appointments: Yes at DMV office; online option available for applicants under 18.
Bring: Proof of identity, date of birth, and Social Security status totaling at least 6 points using NY DMV point system; complete Form MV-44.
If you don't pass: Unlimited retakes.
Renewing Your License in New York
New York licenses are valid for 8 years and a standard renewal costs $64. Drivers who already have an Enhanced or REAL ID, or who want to keep their Standard license, may renew online; document type remains unchanged through online renewal.
When to renew: Up to 1 year before expiration
Skip the trip if you can — many renewals can be completed online. See our step-by-step NY renewal guide for eligibility, REAL ID upgrades, and vision-test rules.
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