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Driver license and learner permit

Information and service options for driver licenses and learner permits

Registration renewal

Motor vehicle, boat, and mobile home renewal

Property tax

Property tax payment, duplicate bills, and receipts

New Florida resident

New Florida resident information

Tourist tax

Tourist tax returns and payments

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Road test videos

Driver license road test videos

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Parking permit

Disabled parking permit application

Hunting and fishing

Hunting and fishing licenses, rules, and regulations at state website

Office wait times

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Location	Number of customers currently waiting	Longest current wait time
Desoto	4	6 min
North River	0	2 min
Lakewood Ranch	6	30 min
DL Office	26	51 min

Appointments required for all services at DeSoto, Lakewood Ranch, North River, and Driver License offices. Use our online appointment system.
Wait times unavailable for First Manatee South County Tag Agency, a private agency that provides DMV registrations and title work.

Latest News

Date	Title
08-14-2023	2023 property tax TRIM Notices mailed on August 14th by the Property Appraiser. Tax bills will be mailed by our office in early November.
07-13-2023	Teresa Farrell is the Manatee County Tax Collector’s Employee of the Quarter

More news

Featured Frequently Asked Questions

Question	Category
How do I make, cancel, or view an appointment?	Appointments
How do I clear a suspension, revocation, or cancellation on my driver license?	Driver License
What are my options to renew my Florida driver license?	Driver License
I want to take my Class E driving skills road test. Why is the appointment schedule full, and are other options available?	Driver License
What is required to title and register a used car, truck, or motorcycle that was purchased from an individual (not a dealer) in Florida?	Motor Vehicle
I just moved to Florida from out of state. What do I need to title and register my vehicles in Florida?	Motor Vehicle
What is the best way to renew my car, truck, motorcycle, boat, mobile home, or trailer registration/decal?	Motor Vehicle
What happens if I do not pay my property taxes?	Property Tax
Are there any study guides, videos, or other materials I can review prior to taking my Class E driving skills road test?	Driver License
Do I need to apply for a Concealed Weapon License with the effective law changes as of July 1, 2023?	Concealed Weapon License

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