Convenient Driver’s Licensing Options Available at Kroger and Publix
Georgians can now add driver’s license renewal and other licensing transactions to their grocery list! The Department of Driver Services (DDS) has joined the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) vehicle registration self-service kiosks located at select Kroger and Publix stores. This allows customers to take care of their driver services transactions while shopping — the ultimate in customer service!
“DDS encourages customers to take advantage of this service making the process of renewing driver’s licenses and identification cards more convenient, secure and efficient than ever before,” commented DDS Commissioner Spencer R. Moore. DDS has now joined 53 existing DOR self-service Kiosks at Kroger locations and five at Publix locations.
Customers can renew, replace or reinstate any card including all non-commercial licenses, ID cards, and select Commer driver’s licenses (CDL). CDL customers may be limited in what they can do via kiosk due to their self-certification and/or HAZMAT status. The kiosk provides an updated temporary paper license for customers to legally drive, and the permanent card, complete with a new photo, will be received in about 45 days.
“This is a perfect example of two state agencies coming together for the betterment of the community,” Commissioner Moore added. “Using a self-service kiosk is a secure and efficient method to handle two of Georgia’s important processes even when state offices are closed.”
Customers can use the kiosk to enter their own information, have their photograph taken, and make payment. Customers completing a DDS Kiosk transaction receive a $5 fee reduction. The customer will authenticate by either scanning their license or manually entering their license number and other identification information. Successful authentication will result in a display of eligible services.
Please visit the DDS website at www.dds.georgia.gov for complete driver education and issuance information.
