The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles has announced that extended early-morning hours at 90 driver license offices have ended because the state has used up all the federal funding that was providing the extra time. Starting Monday, Feb. 9, the offices – including the Henderson driver license office – will revert to the standard 8 a.m. opening, state officials have said.
Money from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the State Fiscal Recovery Fund (SFRF) grant allowed driver license offices to open at 7 a.m. instead of the standard 8 a.m. to provide additional customer service time and help address elevated demand for driver license and ID services.
“Unfortunately, this funding stream has been exhausted, and we’ll no longer be able to provide this extra hour of service at our offices,” said NCDMV Commissioner Paul Tine. “We hope to be able to offer extended hours, including Saturday service, but that is dependent on future funding availability.”
Customers are encouraged to check the most up-to-date office hours by visiting the NCDMV office locations page for details on specific locations, including any adjustments during inclement weather, such as the conditions experienced this week.
