Where the Biloxi DMV is located and what it handles

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety's Driver License Bureau office in Biloxi is located at 1350 Beach Boulevard, Biloxi, MS 39530. This is the only full-service DMV office in the city, and it handles driver's license renewals, replacements, and new licenses, as well as written and road tests for new drivers.

Vehicle registration and title work in Biloxi goes through the Harrison County Tax Assessor's office, not the DMV. The tax assessor's office is at 1801 23rd Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501 — about 15 minutes west of Biloxi. This separation is standard across Mississippi: the DMV handles only driver credentials, while the county tax assessor handles all vehicle paperwork.

If you need to renew your registration or transfer a title, you will make a separate trip to the tax assessor's office in Gulfport. Some services can be handled by mail, but the office staff can tell you which ones when you call.

Key Takeaways

  • The Biloxi DMV office is at 1350 Beach Boulevard and handles driver's licenses, written tests, and road tests only.
  • Vehicle registration and title transfers are handled by the Harrison County Tax Assessor's office in Gulfport, not by the DMV.
  • The DMV office is open Monday through Friday during standard business hours, but you should call ahead to confirm current hours and any wait times.
  • Mississippi allows online renewal for some driver's licenses and online registration renewal for vehicles, so you may not need to visit either office in person.

What you can do online instead of visiting in person

Mississippi offers online renewal for driver's licenses if your current license is not expired and you have not had any address changes or name changes since it was issued. You can renew online through the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website. The process takes about 10 minutes, and your new license will be mailed to you within two weeks.

Vehicle registration renewal can also be done online through the Harrison County Tax Assessor's website if your vehicle has no liens, you have not changed owners, and your registration is not yet expired. Online renewal costs the same as in-person renewal and takes about one week for your new registration card to arrive by mail.

If you need a road test, a written test, a license replacement due to loss or damage, or a new title after buying a vehicle, you will need to visit an office in person. The DMV office in Biloxi can handle the license work; the tax assessor's office in Gulfport handles the title work.

Hours, phone numbers, and what to bring

The Biloxi DMV office is typically open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a lunch break from noon to 1:00 p.m. Hours can change seasonally or due to staffing, so call 601-987-1212 (the statewide DMV line) before you go. You can also ask the staff which documents you need for your specific transaction.

For a driver's license renewal, bring your current license, proof of residency (a recent utility bill or lease), and your Social Security number. For a new license, bring your birth certificate or passport, proof of residency, and proof of Social Security number. For a road test, bring your permit, proof of insurance, and the vehicle you will be tested in.

The Harrison County Tax Assessor's office in Gulfport is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 228-865-4300 to confirm hours and ask what documents you need for your vehicle transaction. For registration renewal, bring your current registration card and proof of insurance. For a title transfer, bring the signed title from the seller, proof of purchase, and proof of insurance.

How long the process takes and what to expect

At the Biloxi DMV office, a license renewal typically takes 15 to 30 minutes if you arrive during a quiet time. Mornings on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday are usually less busy than Monday and Friday. Road tests take about 20 minutes and are scheduled by appointment; call the office to book one.

At the tax assessor's office in Gulfport, registration renewal takes about 15 to 20 minutes. Title transfers take longer — usually 30 to 45 minutes — because the staff must verify the title and check for liens. If you are buying a vehicle from a private seller, the process is slower than buying from a dealer because there is more paperwork to verify.

If you mail in your documents instead of visiting in person, allow two to three weeks for processing and return mail. The tax assessor's office will not process a title transfer by mail; you must visit in person or use a licensed title service.

Differences between Biloxi and other Mississippi cities

Biloxi has only one DMV office, so if that location is closed or too busy, you cannot easily visit another one in the city. The nearest alternative DMV offices are in Gulfport (about 15 minutes away) and Pascagoula (about 30 minutes away). Both handle the same services as Biloxi.

The Harrison County Tax Assessor's office serves both Biloxi and Gulfport, so there is no separate Biloxi vehicle registration office. If you live in Biloxi, you will always go to Gulfport for registration and title work. This is different from some larger counties where multiple tax assessor offices exist.

Mississippi does not have a single statewide online portal for all DMV and registration services the way some states do. You must use the Department of Public Safety website for driver's license renewal and the county tax assessor's website for registration renewal. The two systems do not talk to each other, so you may need to renew your license and registration at different times or through different websites.

What to do if you cannot visit during business hours

If you work during the day or cannot reach the Biloxi office during its hours, your best option is to renew your driver's license online if you are may be able to access. Most people with a valid, unexpired license and no address changes can renew online without visiting an office.

For vehicle registration, you can also renew online if your vehicle has no liens and your registration is not yet expired. If you need a title transfer or a new registration for a vehicle you just bought, you will need to visit the tax assessor's office in Gulfport during business hours. Some people hire a licensed title service to handle this work, though that costs extra.

If you need a road test or a new driver's license due to loss or damage, you must visit the Biloxi DMV office in person. The office does not offer evening or weekend hours, so you may need to take time off work or visit on a day when you are not working.

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

The most common mistake is going to the DMV office in Biloxi for vehicle registration or title work. The DMV does not handle vehicle paperwork in Mississippi — only the tax assessor's office does. If you show up at the DMV with vehicle documents, the staff will direct you to Gulfport, which wastes a trip.

Another mistake is not bringing proof of insurance when you renew your registration. Mississippi requires proof of current auto insurance before the tax assessor will issue a new registration card. If you forget it, you will have to go home and come back.

A third mistake is trying to renew your driver's license online when you have had an address change. The online system will reject your renewal if your address does not match the one on file. You must visit the DMV office in person to update your address and renew your license at the same time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew my driver's license online if I moved to Biloxi recently?

No. If you have moved since your license was issued, you must visit the DMV office in person to update your address. You can renew your license at the same time, but you cannot do it online. Bring your current license, proof of your new address, and your Social Security number.

Where do I go to register a vehicle I just bought in Biloxi?

Go to the Harrison County Tax Assessor's office in Gulfport at 1801 23rd Avenue. Bring the signed title from the seller, proof of purchase, proof of insurance, and your Social Security number. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

How do I schedule a road test at the Biloxi DMV?

Call the DMV office at 601-987-1212 and ask to book a road test appointment. You will need a valid permit, proof of insurance, and the vehicle you will be tested in. Road tests are usually available within one to two weeks of your call.

What if the Biloxi DMV office is too busy when I need to go?

If you need a driver's license renewal and are not changing your address, renew online instead. If you must visit in person, try going on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday morning before 11:00 a.m. If the Biloxi office is closed, the nearest alternatives are Gulfport and Pascagoula.

Can I mail in my vehicle title transfer instead of visiting the tax assessor's office?

No. Title transfers must be done in person at the Harrison County Tax Assessor's office in Gulfport. You cannot mail in a title transfer. However, you can mail in a registration renewal if your vehicle has no liens and your registration is not yet expired.