Starting January 5, 2026, the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) has officially moved to a new web address: dmv.sc.gov.
The transition is part of a strategic move to provide drivers with more security and a clear way to identify legitimate government services. Alongside the website change, all agency emails will now end in the same domain: @dmv.sc.gov.
Why the Change?
The move aims to protect South Carolinians from sophisticated phishing scams. Throughout 2025, scammers targeted residents with fake text messages and "copycat" websites designed to steal personal information.
“The new website address will make it clear to South Carolinians that they are dealing directly with us, which will be an added barrier to fraud,” said Kevin Shwedo, Executive Director of the SCDMV. The update also aligns the DMV with Governor Henry McMaster’s initiative to unify all state agency websites under the secure .gov domain.
What You Need to Know:
- Automatic Redirects: If you visit the old address (scdmvonline.com) or email an old address (@scdmv.net), you will be automatically redirected throughout 2026.
- Stay Vigilant: Always verify you are on dmv.sc.gov before entering payment or personal information.
Skip the Trip: The new site continues to offer full online services, including:
- Vehicle registration renewals
- Address updates
- License plate returns
- Replacement decals
For more information or to access services, visit the new official site at dmv.sc.gov.
