‘Historic day for Kendall’: New office aims to end lines for driver’s licenses and IDs
A new office opened Monday in Kendall with the promise of delivering faster, more efficient service to residents seeking driver’s licenses, state-issued IDs compliant with REAL ID requirements, and other essential transactions.
The new location offers both walk-in service and the option to schedule appointments online, according to Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernández, who announced the opening on social media.
Fernández called it a “historic day for Kendall” expressing gratitude to his team for their dedication and to state officials for supporting the transition.
DMV office changes hands
As of this week, the Kendall office previously run by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is now part of the network managed by the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector.
This important transition brings faster service, shorter lines, and a better experience for everyone,” Fernández said. Residents can now make appointments online or walk in by visiting mdctaxcollector.gov.
The office remains at its longtime location: 11735 SW 147th Ave., Miami, FL 33196. With this shift, the Kendall branch joins other offices operated by the Tax Collector, including locations in Florida City, Midway Crossings, Miami Central, and Downtown Miami.
“At this new location, we’ll be providing services like Florida driver licenses, vehicle registrations, property tax payments, and more,” Fernández added.
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A necessary transition?
The Tax Collector’s office has pledged to improve accessibility and streamline the appointment process in response to widespread complaints about DMV services, including long wait times and reports of illegally resold appointments.
As part of its broader plan, the Tax Collector’s office announced it will gradually assume control of all nine DMV offices in Miami-Dade over the coming months.
The revamped offices will allow residents to handle most driver’s license-related procedures, with the exception of commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and driving tests, which will remain under state jurisdiction.
