WA DMV Locations and Services 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A driver wants to get an enhanced driver license (EDL) in Washington. What must they do?
- Apply entirely online
- Visit a vehicle subagent office
- Apply in person at a driver licensing office (Correct answer)
- Mail an application to the State Patrol
Correct answer: Apply in person at a driver licensing office
Enhanced driver licenses require an in-person visit with proof of citizenship and identity.
Question 2: Which document service does the Washington DOL provide besides driver licenses?
- State identification (ID) cards (Correct answer)
- Birth certificates
- Passports
- Social Security cards
Correct answer: State identification (ID) cards
The DOL issues state ID cards for residents who don't drive.
Question 3: If your Washington driver license is lost or stolen, what is the fastest way to request a replacement?
- File a court petition
- Wait for automatic reissue
- Visit the Department of Revenue
- Request it online through your DOL account (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Request it online through your DOL account
Replacement licenses can be requested online through a License eXpress account.
Question 4: What is Washington's online account system for managing driver and vehicle records called?
- WashDrive
- License eXpress (Correct answer)
- EverGreen Portal
- DOL Direct
Correct answer: License eXpress
License eXpress is the DOL's online portal for driver and vehicle transactions.
Question 5: Which of these transactions usually requires visiting a vehicle licensing office rather than a driver licensing office?
- Transferring a vehicle title (Correct answer)
- Taking a knowledge test
- Getting a first license photo
- Applying for an enhanced license
Correct answer: Transferring a vehicle title
Vehicle titles are processed at vehicle licensing offices and subagents, not driver licensing offices.
Question 6: How far in advance should new residents obtain a Washington driver license after moving to the state?
- Within 2 years
- Within 6 months
- Within 30 days of becoming a resident (Correct answer)
- There is no deadline
Correct answer: Within 30 days of becoming a resident
New residents must get a Washington license within 30 days of establishing residency.
Question 7: Which payment consideration should you check before visiting a vehicle licensing subagent office?
- They only accept gold coins
- Subagents may charge an additional service fee (Correct answer)
- All services there are free
- They only serve commercial trucks
Correct answer: Subagents may charge an additional service fee
Privately operated subagent offices add a small service fee on top of state fees.
WA DMV Locations and Services 3
A driver wants to get an enhanced driver license (EDL) in Washington.
What must they do?