The Hermitage License Office will operate under new management after the Missouri Department of Revenue awarded the contract to Hickory County License Bureau, Inc., according to the official announcement. The office, located at 23183 Oakwood Circle, closed on Sunday, and is set to reopen to the public on January 7, 2026, with hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Residents needing assistance before reopening can call (417) 745-6409.
Customers needing motor vehicle and driver licensing services during the transition can visit nearby offices, including the Camdenton License Office at 1161 North Business Route, the Osceola License Office at 210 Olive Street, or the Warsaw License Office at 237 West Main Street. These locations provide services until the Hermitage License Office reopens.
All license offices in Missouri operate under the oversight of the Department of Revenue (DOR) but are managed by independent contractors. This competitive bidding process aims to ensure efficient operations.
The DOR also offers several online services to assist residents. These include phone-in registration for vehicle and watercraft renewals, checking whether a county participates in sharing personal property tax information, accessing renewal requirements for registration procedures, and using the DORA Chatbot, which provides 24/7 support for common questions on taxation, motor vehicles, and driver licensing.
Residents seeking more information can visit the Missouri Department of Revenue website for the full announcement and details on services available during the transition period.
