Deputy Registrar Agency 7731 · 688 Wolf Ledges Parkway, Akron
The Akron BMV, sorted into one simple board.
Plates, registration, REAL ID, driver license and ID, and notary service for Summit County. Find today's hours, what to bring, fees, and how to hold your spot before you arrive. Pick a tile and we will point you to the exact next step.
Open today, 8:00am to 6:30pm
Open now · closes 6:30pm [VERIFY]| Mon to Fri | 8:00am to 6:30pm |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 8:00am to 12:00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours can change around state holidays. Confirm the current schedule before you visit. [VERIFY]
Get in Line Online
Join the Akron BMV queue from your phone, watch your place in line, and get a text when it is nearly your turn.
- Hold your spot before you leave home
- A four-hour window to arrive and check in
- No appointment needed, walk-ins welcome too
Participation and live wait times to be confirmed with the branch. [VERIFY]
What do you need today?
Bring these for a REAL ID
- Full legal name and date of birth. A certified birth certificate or valid U.S. passport.
- Proof of legal presence.
- Your Social Security number.
- Two proofs of Ohio address from different sources.
If your name differs from your birth certificate or passport, bring name-change documents (for example a marriage certificate).
688 Wolf Ledges Parkway
Right paperwork, one trip
What it costs
| Transaction | Fee |
|---|---|
| Passenger annual registration | $36.00 |
| Deputy registrar service fee | $8.00 |
| Plate or registration transfer | $9.00 |
| Notary | up to $5.00 |
| Out-of-state VIN inspection | $8.00 |
Registration also adds local permissive tax. Fees are set by the state and several changed in 2026. Always confirm current amounts.
Reviews from your neighbors
Our team aims for five-star service on every visit. If we fall short, the branch manager wants to hear it so we can make it right.Akron BMV, Deputy Registrar 7731
A note on titles: In Ohio, vehicle titles are issued by the County Clerk of Courts, not the BMV. The Akron BMV handles registration, plates, and driver license or ID. If you just bought a vehicle, you title it at the Summit County Clerk of Courts first, then register it (plates and sticker) here.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions we hear most at the counter.
No. There are several deputy registrar agencies in the Akron area. We are the deputy registrar at 688 Wolf Ledges Parkway (Agency 7731), operated by NOADA. A different registrar operates at 1030 E. Tallmadge Avenue. Make sure you have the right address before you head out.
No. In Ohio, titles are issued by the County Clerk of Courts. For a Summit County title you go to the Clerk of Courts title office, then you bring the title here to register the vehicle and get plates. See Title transfer for the step-by-step.
No appointment is required. The Akron BMV serves walk-ins. To minimize your wait, use Get in Line Online to hold your spot before you arrive.
Many passenger registrations can be renewed online through the Ohio BMV. In-person is the way to go for transactions that need document verification, plate changes, or anything online renewal will not allow. Our vehicle registration renewal page explains which path fits.
Proof of your full legal name and date of birth, proof of legal presence, your Social Security number, and two proofs of Ohio address from different sources (plus name-change documents if your name differs from your birth certificate or passport). Details on REAL ID in Ohio.
There is a free on-site lot with accessible spaces near the entrance. See Hours, location and directions for the map and transit options.