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-We are experiencing a system error that is causing duplicate refund checks to be issued to some DMV customers erroneously. If you have been affected by the glitch, to quickly resolve this matter please deposit or cash one check and destroy the other. If you attempt to cash the second check, it will not be honored by the bank.
We apologize to all DMV customers for the inconvenience as we diligently work to rectify this issue.

 

-DC DMV will no longer prevent DC residents from applying for a new or renewed driver license because of failing to meet the requirements of the Clean Hands Law.

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Out-of-Town Inspection Sticker Renewals

If you are out of town—more than 75 miles from the District of Columbia—and cannot return to the District to get a DC DMV inspection before your current inspection sticker expires, you may have your vehicle inspected where you are.
Follow the steps below if your vehicle is being inspected out-of-town:

  • Take your vehicle to a certified repair service center or dealer.
  • Request an emissions test or an on-board diagnostic test if the state you are in does not offer emissions testing.
  • The service center or dealer should print the test results and work order on official letterhead and results should include the following:
  • Vehicle year
  • Current mileage
  • Vehicle make
  • Vehicle model
  • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
  • Tag number

Skip the Trip LogoOnce you have received the official emission inspection results, you can submit online or mail to:

DC Department of Motor Vehicles
DMV Inspection Station
Attention: Station Manager
1001 Half Street SW
Washington, DC 20024

  • DC DMV will review the out-of-town inspection results to ensure your vehicle passes emission requirements for the District.
  • If the out-of-state emission test results are acceptable, DC DMV will update your vehicle's inspection history for two years.
  • You will be charged the DC inspection fee the next time you renew your District vehicle registration.
  • DC DMV will mail you an inspection sticker to the out of state address provided.
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