Registration Renewal
Renew your Nevada vehicle registration online, at a kiosk,
emission station, or in person. Choose the option that works best for you.
If you have a MyDMV Account and have chosen paperless notifications, you’ll
receive email reminders only.
Reminder: You're still responsible for renewing on time, even if no
notice is received.
General Information
Renewal Timeframes
You may renew approximately 35 days before expiration or up to 18 months after (late fees apply) using the online, kiosks or emission station options. Renew in person outside of these time frames.
Registration Period
You must register your vehicle for a full year. There are no partial registrations. Trailers may be registered for one year or three years.
Important Requirements
- Have your odometer reading ready when renewing.
- Plates and renewals are mailed to your address on record — no email updates or temporary addresses accepted.
- Use MyDMV to update your address or get a movement permit for emissions testing.
Tax Exemptions
You may apply your county-issued tax exemption during an online renewal. Contact your County Assessor to apply for an exemption for the first time or if your voucher number is rejected.
Complete Streets Program
Residents of participating counties have the option to make a $2 donation to the Complete Streets Program in their county.
Renewal Options
Online Renewal
Renew your registration online if you've maintained your vehicle and need a quick renewal.
24/7 Access
No Appointment Needed
Features:
- ✓ Registration and decal mailed to address on record
- ✓ Renew approximately 35 days before expiration or up to 18 months after (late fees apply)
- ✓ Apply county-issued tax exemption during renewal
- ✓ Accept electronic checks, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover - e-check saves taxpayer dollars
- ✓ Optional $2 donation to Complete Streets Program in participating counties
- ✓ Classic Vehicle Plate can renew online
⭐ Preferred by over 75% of Nevada residents
Kiosk Renewal
Self-service kiosks with instant results
- ✓ Instant registration slip and decal
- ✓ Renew in less than 2 minutes
- ✓ Available at DMV offices and private locations
- ✓ No Appointment Needed
- ✓ Kiosks at DMV accept cash
Emission Station
Renew during your smog check
- ✓ Renew while getting smog check
- ✓ Vehicle record updated instantly
- ✓ Decal and certificate mailed to you
- ✓ Pay by cash, check, or credit card
- ✓ Bring your renewal notice
Late? Any late fees will be added automatically.
The DMV receipt includes a Transaction ID for reference.
If rejected, the station will explain and refer you to the DMV.
In-Person Renewal
Visit any DMV office or County Assessor office for assistance with complex situations.
When to Visit:
- Multiple DMV transactions needed
- Unusual problems such as registration suspension
- Renewing outside the 35 days before to 18 months after timeframe
Can't Pass Smog?
Initial Requirements
- The DMV offers one-time waivers, and Clark County has a repair voucher program.
- If your vehicle fails the first test, it must be repaired and retested.
- If it still fails, you may qualify for a waiver if requirements are met.
Expired or expiring registration?
Get a movement permit online via MyDMV or at a DMV office. Driving with expired registration may result in late fees or citations.
If your vehicle still fails after repairs, it may qualify for a one-time waiver if it meets these conditions:
Waiver Eligibility:
If your vehicle still fails after repairs, it may qualify for a one-time waiver if it meets these conditions:
- Carbon monoxide and/or hydrocarbon levels exceeding standards for 1968-1995 light duty vehicles and all heavy duty vehicles, or
- Illuminated "Check Engine" lamp for 1996 and newer light duty models.
Waivers will NOT be Issued To:
- Vehicles eligible for warranty coverage
- Smoking Vehicles - The vehicle must be repaired with no limit on cost
- Emission Device Tampering - The vehicle must be repaired with no limit on cost
Important Information:
- Waivers are valid for one year only.
- Emission components may be covered under federal warranty for up to 8 years or 80,000 miles. See EPA Emission Warranty Coverage .
- Note: A failed emissions test starts the waiver process. Any money spent on repairs BEFORE the first failed test will not count towards a waiver. Please contact the Reno or Sahara Emissions lab if you have any questions.
Waiver Eligibility
To qualify for a waiver:
- Repairs must be done at a 2G Licensed Authorized Station.
- You must submit receipts showing at least $450 spent on:
- Parts (excluding catalytic converters, fuel inlet restrictors, or air injection systems), and
- Labor (excluding emission testing), directly related to an area of failure noted on the initial emissions test
- Note: Money spent on tampered or missing emissions devices and the labor to install them will not count towards a waiver.
Waiver Requirement: If the vehicle is not repaired at an authorized 2G station, it will not be eligible for a waiver, regardless of the cost incurred. See Business License Verification for a list of stations.
Smog Free Clark County Program
The Clark County Division of Air Quality will pay up to $975 for emissions-related repairs on 1968-1999 vehicles. Owner income restrictions apply. See SmogFreeClarkCounty.com .
Waiver Repair Requirements
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Repairs must be done by either:
- A 2G Licensed Authorized Station or the vehicle owner. Vehicles repaired at a non-2G garage are not eligible for a waiver. See business license verification for a list of stations.
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If Repaired at a Station:
- An application for a waiver must include receipts from the station showing that at least $200 has been spent on parts and labor (excluding emission testing) towards an area of failure shown on the initial emission test.
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If Repaired by Owner:
- The application must include receipts that show at least $200 has been spent on parts towards an area of failure noted on the initial emission test. The parts must be purchased within 14 days after the initial emission test.
Requesting Your Waiver
If your vehicle fails a second emissions test
after qualifying repairs, that meet your county’s minimum
requirement, were made to an area it failed for in the
initial emissions test, bring the vehicle, both failed
tests, and the receipts for the repairs to your local
emissions lab. The vehicle and documentation will be
inspected.
If it qualifies, the vehicle will be issued a
waiver that will allow it to be registered. There is no
charge for the waiver. Waiver inspections can be done from
8am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday excluding State
holidays.
Common Forms
Form |
Title |
Preview & Download |
|---|---|---|
| EC 018 | Odometer Certification for Emission Exemption | English |
| VP 018 | Affidavit of Non-Operation | English |
| VP 203 | Non-Resident Active-Duty Military Governmental Services Tax Exemption Affidavit | English |
| VP 203s | Non-Resident Military Spouse Governmental Services Tax Exemption | English |
| VP 187 | Designation for use of Veterans Exemption | English |
| VP 259 | Affidavit for Transfer of Exemption to Spouse | English |
| VP 258 | Active-Duty Military-Combat Affidavit | English |
| VP 242 | Trust Affidavit for Exemptions | English |
| ADM 205 | Credit Card Authorization Form | English |
| DMV 002 | Application for Driving Privilege OR ID Card |
