FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Orange County Clerk Kelly Eskew Announces Expanded DMV Hours to Support Demand for Enhanced and Real ID Driver’s Licenses

Goshen, NY – The Orange County, New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is excited to announce extended operating hours at its Goshen location to address the rising need for Enhanced and Real ID driver’s licenses. These expanded hours will offer residents greater access to services as they upgrade their identification to comply with federal and state regulations.

The Orange County DMV office at 255 Main Street, Goshen, NY, will now operate under the following extended schedule for March 2025:

• Tuesday March 11th 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (customers without appointments need to be in line by 6:00 p.m.)

• Saturday March 22nd 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (customers without appointments need to be in line by 1:00 p.m.)



• Tuesday March 25th 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (customers without appointments need to be in line by 6:00 p.m.)

This change reflects the increasing number of residents seeking Enhanced and Real ID credentials, which beginning May 7^th, 2025, are required for domestic air travel and entry to certain federal facilities under the REAL ID Act. To reduce wait times, appointments can be booked online at https://www.orangecountygov.com/190/Motor-Vehicles-DMV . Walk-ins will also be welcome during the extended hours, based on availability.

“We’re committed to making this process as convenient as possible for Orange County residents,” said County Clerk Kelly Eskew “Extending our hours ensures more people can secure their Enhanced or Real ID licenses without added stress.”

Residents are encouraged to prepare by visiting the DMV website https://dmv.ny.gov for necessary documents and the MV44 form.

Original documents you will need. Copies will not be accepted:

• Birth certificate, US passport or lawful status
• Social security card, W-2 or 1099 form
• Proof of any name change such as marriage certificate of divorce decree
• Current driver’s license or non-driver ID
• 2 proofs of residency such as bank statements, pay stub, utility bill or credit card statements (see website for more options)

For additional details or to schedule an appointment, visit https://www.orangecountygov.com/190/Motor-Vehicles-DMV or contact the Orange County DMV at 845-615-3960