Virginia law requires certain vehicles to pass an emissions inspection before registration or renewal. Proof of compliance or a waiver is valid for two years, with special provisions for first-time titling vehicles. The DMV may refuse registration if emissions requirements are not met.
Vehicles subject to Virginia's emissions program must pass an inspection before registration or renewal, except for certain first-time titled vehicles.
An emissions inspection or waiver is valid for two years from the end of the month it was issued, with first-time titled vehicles having a four-year validity.
No, vehicles cannot be registered or reregistered until they pass an emissions inspection or receive a waiver, unless exempted by specific conditions.
Owners must keep proof of emissions compliance or waivers and make these records available to the Department of Environmental Quality if requested.