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Inspection Stations and Certified Inspectors

The New York State DMV regulates all repair shops, inspection stations, dealers, vehicle dismantlers and other related businesses in New York.

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Become an Inspector or Open an Inspection Station

Apply for or Update a Motor Vehicle Inspector Certification

You can apply to be a Certified Motor Vehicle Inspector if you have relevant career or educational experience, and meet criteria set forward by DMV.

  • Apply to Be a Motor Vehicle Inspector
  • Renew, Replace, or Change Your Address on a Motor Vehicle Inspector Certification
  • Contact Bureau of Consumer and Facility Services

Open an Inspection Station

Registered repair shops applying to become official New York State emissions inspection stations must apply for DMV approval.

  • About Opening an Inspection Station
  • Apply to Open an Inspection Station
  • On-Site Investigation

Inspection Station Cap Information

DMV limits the number of emissions inspection stations allowed in each county. Additional applications are placed on a waitlist.

  • About the Inspection Station Cap
  • The Waitlist
  • Buying and Selling

Order and Return
Inspection Stickers

Inspection stations can order inspection certificates, also known as inspection stickers, online or by mail. All unused inspection stickers from the previous year must be returned to DMV for a refund or credit by March 1.

Order or Return Inspection Certificates (Stickers)

Operating an Existing
Inspection Station

It is important to keep your business license or registration information up-to-date so that your DMV-regulated business can continue to operate smoothly.

Renew, Replace, or Change a Business License or Registration

DMV-regulated businesses are bound to follow the Commissioner's rules and regulations. If there is a complaint filed against your business, DMV will investigate.

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