How long do I have to get a Washington, DC driver's license after moving?

Washington, DC gives new residents 60 days to get a Washington, DC driver's license, according to the state's official site. Out-of-state vehicles must be registered within 60 days.

Who provides electricity in Washington, DC?

Electric service in Washington, DC comes from the company that serves your address. The main ones: Pepco (All of the District of Columbia).

Who provides natural gas in Washington, DC?

The main gas utilities in Washington, DC: Washington Gas (All of the District of Columbia).

How do I set up utilities when moving to Washington, DC?

Find which electric, gas and water company serves the new address, then start service online two to three weeks before you arrive, starting on the day you get the keys. Schedule the old address to stop the day after you leave. The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia regulates utilities in Washington, DC.

Moving to Washington, DC: utilities and your first-month checklist

Which company serves your new address depends on where in Washington, DC it is. Each link below goes to that company's own page for starting service. Start it two to three weeks ahead, from the day you get the keys.

Electric companies in Washington, DC

Pepco
All of the District of Columbia

Natural gas in Washington, DC

Washington Gas
All of the District of Columbia

Water in Washington, DC

Usually run by the city, town or county. Search the new address's town name with "water service".

Choosing a supplier

Washington, DC lets some customers choose who supplies their electricity and gas. The wires and pipes stay with the utility. Compare on the state's own page before signing anything a door-to-door seller offers: official shopping page.

Help with the bills

If deposits or bills are a stretch, Washington, DC runs energy assistance: official assistance page. Ask the utility about deposit waivers too; many waive the deposit with a good payment letter from your old company.

Problems with a utility

The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia regulates utilities in Washington, DC and takes complaints.

New-resident deadlines in Washington, DC

Driver's license: within 60 days of moving. Official page
Car registration and title: within 60 days of moving. Official page
Inspection: Vehicle must pass DC inspection before registering. Brand-new passenger vehicles are exempt. Official page
Washington, DC driver license office
Register to vote in Washington, DC

From the state's own websites, checked October 2026. Deadlines can change; check the official page before you rely on one.

Your first month in a new state

USPS: change your address: Start mail forwarding up to 30 days early. The real site is usps.com.
Your new state's motor vehicle office: Driver's license, registration and title. Most states set a short deadline after you move, so check yours first.
Register to vote: Routes you to the official registration for the new state.
Medicaid, if you have it: Medicaid doesn't move with you. You apply again in the new state.
Health insurance: A permanent move can open a special enrollment period.
Social Security: Change your address once here; Medicare gets it from Social Security.

Utility companies and service areas checked October 2026. Service areas follow addresses, not county lines exactly: confirm with the company before you book.