North Carolina DMV
Hours:
1158 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd SE, Hickory NC 28602 Hours
About North Carolina DMV
The North Carolina DMV is an appointment-only location before 11:30 AM, a policy noted as statewide. With an appointment, service is quicker, though waits of about an hour can still occur. Appointments for permits can be booked two months out, and walk-ins are often stopped early. Patience and expecting to wait are advised. Overall, it is described as the most kind and human DMV, with friendly, courteous, nice, and helpful employees who show genuine compassion. For walk-ins, arriving early is key, and having all proper documents plus extras is crucial. Some visits can be very efficient, taking as little as 17 minutes for simple tasks. Many consider it one of the best DMV locations.
Most Recent Reviews
January 2026
never answers the phone knowing there's not many people there first thing when they open at 7:00 a.m. and they've even closed early sometimes like why put up a number if you can't answer the phone so someone knows what to bring or something like that i can't even get a question answered
January 2026
Long wait times. Employees were having personal conversations with each other and on phone. Plus they wouldn't let anyone in after 4:25 even though they are open until 5.
October 2025
We have been 3 times to this location. The wait times are minimal and the staff are friendly and efficient.
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- Hickory, North Carolina
