Maryland MVA · Howard County · Source: Maryland MVA open data
Columbia Express MVA
Holidays and unexpected closures can change these hours. Check the official office page for disruptions before travelling.
6490 Dobbin Rd South
Columbia, MD 21045
By appointment
Book on myMVA before you go. MVA's dashboard shows each branch's current wait.
A smaller MVA branch. Knowledge and driving tests are given at full-service branches. Check MVA's page for what this one handles, and book on myMVA.
Maybe skip the trip
You may be able to renew online tonight
Does your renewal notice say online or kiosk? Then skip the branch: $64 for 8 years on myMVA.
Source:myMVA(opens official site)
Hours · Eastern time
| Monday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Open until 6:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month. Saturday service may be limited to licenses and IDs; book vehicle work on a weekday. A smaller office: knowledge and driving tests are given at full-service branches. Check MVA's page for what it handles.
From MVA's location data, updated to the 2026 schedule. Branches close on state holidays, including some Saturdays. Check MVA
MVA lists one number for every branch and station: the Customer Service Center, (410) 768-7000.
What this office does
MVA branches handle licenses, IDs, titles and registration, by appointment. Current waits are on MVA's dashboard.
- License renewal
- Replace a lost license
- REAL ID
- ID cards
- Car registration and titles
Services not available here (4)
- Learner permits
- Road tests
- CDL skills tests
- New residents
What to bring
For a renewal, most people need 3 things.
- 1Your myMVA appointment
- 2Your current license or ID
- 3Original documents (no copies)