SCDMV to Offer Driver Suspension Eligibility Week

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will hold the 2026 Driver Suspension Eligibility Week (DSEW) statewide for drivers with licenses suspended for specific reasons from March 9-13.

During the week, South Carolina drivers who lost their driving privileges due to certain suspensions may be eligible to reduce or clear the remaining time of their suspension. No fines or fees are waived during this period.

The SCDMV is mailing notices to all customers who may qualify for the program according to its records. Customers who receive a letter are encouraged to bring it into a branch office with them during the Eligibility Week.

Drivers with the following types of suspensions are eligible for the program:

• Driving under suspension, excluding alcohol- or drug-related conviction
• Excessive points on the record of a minor
• Operating an uninsured vehicle that the driver did not own
• Operating an unlicensed taxi.

If you think you might be eligible, visit dmv.sc.gov to ensure your correct mailing address is on file with the agency or update your mailing address with the SCDMV as soon as possible.

To participate in the program, customers must meet all conditions of the suspension(s) and visit an SCDMV branch during DSEW to complete the Driver Suspension Eligibility Application (SCDMV Form DL-601A) and pay all fees.

If required, a suspended driver must get a Certificate of Insurance (SR-22) filed by their insurance company.

If a driver has more than one suspension, the SCDMV will recalculate the suspension time.

Only drivers who clear all suspension requirements may apply for a license reinstatement. Depending on the type of suspension, drivers may be required to pass the knowledge and road tests before receiving a new license.

Drivers with suspensions not covered by the program will continue serving those suspensions. For questions related to eligibility, customers can send an email to WebHelpDesk@dmv.sc.gov.