Sign Language Interpreter Request

All New York State DMV offices now utilize virtual remote interpreting (VRI) for customers who need sign language interpreting services. If you require a sign language interpreter, please notify DMV office staff upon your arrival at the office. No appointment or advanced notice is required to access this service.

If you choose an in-person sign language interpreter, DMV office staff will assist you in submitting your request. DMV requires at least 14 days notice to allow time to schedule an in-person sign language interpreter.

If you are a third party driving school or other institution that administers one or more of the following: 

• Pre-licensing Course
• Impaired Driving Program
• AARP Smart Driver Course
• Driver Improvement Program
• Driver Awareness Training
• Driver Safety or Defensive Driving Course

and you need to request a sign language interpreter for a deaf or hard-of-hearing customer enrolled in a course, click the “Request a sign language interpreter” box below to submit your request. Please provide at least 14 days notice of any request for an in-person sign language interpreter. Delays may be longer based on interpreter availability.

Request a sign language interpreter

To cancel an interpreter request, notify the DMV 3 full business days in advance.

Cancel a sign language interpreter

County DMV offices are also required to provide these services. If you prefer to visit a county DMV office, please contact the county offices directly to obtain services. 

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