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Watertown RMV Service Center
Details of Watertown RMV Service Center
Overview of Watertown RMV Service Center
Permit/License/ID Related Transactions
If you need to complete an in-person permit (non-CDL), license, or ID transaction, you are required to make a reservation online. Select the Make a Reservation button at top of page.
• After booking online, you will be sent a confirmation email that instructs you to arrive on time at your designated time and prepared for your visit. You must CONFIRM your appointment by clicking the VERIFY MY EMAIL ADDRESS link in the email sent to you by the reservation system. If you do not follow the directions in this email, and click the link, your appointment will be cancelled within 15 minutes. If you do not see the email please search your junk/spam folder after scheduling your appointment.
• If you are more than 15 minutes late for your appointment, you will need to reschedule your appointment.
Please note that WEDNESDAY mornings between 9:00am & 10:00am are reserved for SENIOR CITIZENS AND A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE WHO ARE PERFORMING A LICENSE OR ID RELATED TRANSACTION.
Please note that WEDNESDAY mornings between 9:00am & 10:00am are reserved for SENIOR CITIZENS AND A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE WHO ARE PERFORMING A LICENSE OR ID RELATED TRANSACTION.
Registration Related Transactions
Transactions that CAN be performed at an RMV Service Center without an appointment:
• Register My Vehicle
• Transfer My Registration & Title From out of State
• Reinstate My Registration
• Transfer Vehicle to a Surviving Spouse
• Amend My Registration
• Confirm Identity for a Registration Renewal
For registration related transactions that CANNOT be done at a Service Center, see list below in the Services section.
Please note that WEDNESDAY mornings between 9:00am & 10:00am are reserved for SENIOR CITIZENS. WALK IN SERVICES FOR THE ABOVE REGISTRATION TRANSACTIONS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING THIS TIME FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE.
Customers are encouraged to continue to conduct RMV registration transactions by working through their insurance agents and auto dealers who are able to complete bulk transactions in-person through Business 2 Business (B2B) services.
• This location offers Business to Business (B2B) transactions.
If you need to complete an in-person permit (non-CDL), license, or ID transaction, you are required to make a reservation online. Select the Make a Reservation button at top of page.
• After booking online, you will be sent a confirmation email that instructs you to arrive on time at your designated time and prepared for your visit. You must CONFIRM your appointment by clicking the VERIFY MY EMAIL ADDRESS link in the email sent to you by the reservation system. If you do not follow the directions in this email, and click the link, your appointment will be cancelled within 15 minutes. If you do not see the email please search your junk/spam folder after scheduling your appointment.
• If you are more than 15 minutes late for your appointment, you will need to reschedule your appointment.
Please note that WEDNESDAY mornings between 9:00am & 10:00am are reserved for SENIOR CITIZENS AND A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE WHO ARE PERFORMING A LICENSE OR ID RELATED TRANSACTION.
Please note that WEDNESDAY mornings between 9:00am & 10:00am are reserved for SENIOR CITIZENS AND A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE WHO ARE PERFORMING A LICENSE OR ID RELATED TRANSACTION.
Registration Related Transactions
Transactions that CAN be performed at an RMV Service Center without an appointment:
• Register My Vehicle
• Transfer My Registration & Title From out of State
• Reinstate My Registration
• Transfer Vehicle to a Surviving Spouse
• Amend My Registration
• Confirm Identity for a Registration Renewal
For registration related transactions that CANNOT be done at a Service Center, see list below in the Services section.
Please note that WEDNESDAY mornings between 9:00am & 10:00am are reserved for SENIOR CITIZENS. WALK IN SERVICES FOR THE ABOVE REGISTRATION TRANSACTIONS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING THIS TIME FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE.
Customers are encouraged to continue to conduct RMV registration transactions by working through their insurance agents and auto dealers who are able to complete bulk transactions in-person through Business 2 Business (B2B) services.
• This location offers Business to Business (B2B) transactions.
Hours for Watertown RMV Service Center
Monday - Friday:
9:00 am-5:00 pm
Parking at Watertown RMV Service Center
The Watertown RMV Service Center offers on-site parking.
Facilities at Watertown RMV Service Center
The Watertown RMV Service Center is located in the Watertown Mall.
Services at Watertown RMV Service Center
- Certain driver's license, vehicle registration and title transactions, suspension payments, and learner's permit testing
- Road tests scheduled between 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Learner's permit tests for Class D or M offered 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Learner's permit tests for Class A, B, or C offered 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Transactions that CANNOT be performed at an RMV Service Center:
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Title My Vehicle |
This transaction can only be done by mailing your application to: |
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Add/Remove a Lienholder on a Title |
This transaction can only be done by mailing your application to: |
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IRP - Register a New Vehicle |
IRP transactions for new vehicles (or new to IRP) are only processed at Milford, Wilmington, and Springfield RMV Service Centers and do not require a reservation. |
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Pay My Vehicle Sales Tax |
This transaction can only be done online on the Department of Revenue's (DOR) website. |
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Replace My Plate Return Receipt |
This transaction can only be done by calling the Contact Center at 1-857-368-8000. |
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Cancel My Registration |
This transaction can only be done online at this time. |
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Extend My Temporary Plate |
This transaction can only be done online (select Access My Profile). |
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Pay My License and Road Test Fees |
This transaction can only be done online. |
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Renew My Registration |
This transaction can only be done online or by mailing your registration renewal to: |
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Replace My Lost/Damaged Plate |
This transaction can only be done online at this time. |
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Replace My Registration |
This transaction can only be done online at this time or at a AAA office, if you are a member. |
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Replace My Title |
This transaction can only be done online or by mailing your application to: |
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Schedule and or Pay for a Salvage Inspection |
This transaction can only be done online at this time. |
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IRP – Renew My Apportioned Registration |
IRP Renewals can be mailed to RMV, IRP Department 25 Newport Ave Ext Quincy, MA 02171 or follow the instructions in your IRP Renewal packet to obtain online access. |
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Apply for a Salvage/Owner Retained Title |
This transaction can only be done by mail at this time. |
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Correct a Title |
This transaction can only be done by mailing your application to: |
B2B locations process bulk transactions for auto dealers and insurance agents, including new registration and titles, registration transfers and renewals, address changes, and cancellations. This B2B location will have a designated area for runners, agents, and dealers to drop off their work for processing and also a designated pick up area.
- Daily drop hours - 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
- Up to 100 items can be dropped with pick up the second business day, after 10 a.m.
- 100+ items can be dropped with pick up on the 3rd full business day, after 10 a.m.
- Daily pick up hours - 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Individual drops are not available
Accessibility at Watertown RMV Service Center
The Watertown RMV Service Center has accessible parking and is located near several local bus routes.
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Payment methods
Credit and debit cards, cash, check, and money orders accepted for all transactions.
Make checks payable to MassDOT.
