Emission Information

For 2009 registrations, all 1985 to 2006 model year gasoline-powered cars or light trucks (up to 8,500 lbs) must have a valid Georgia emission inspection completed before registering or renewing tags.

Important Tips to Know

• Where to Go: Newer vehicles can be inspected at any emission inspection station. Look for an inspection station sign that reads "1996 or Newer Vehicles Welcome" or "All Vehicles Welcome." Vehicle models 1995 or older can only be inspected at stations marked "All Vehicles Welcome." For a list of certified testing locations, click here.
• Inspect Early: It is best to get your vehicle inspected four to six weeks before the registration renewal date (the first vehicle owner’s birthday), in the event repairs need to be made.  An emission inspection is valid for 12 months or for one registration renewal by the same owner.

For 2009 registrations, all 1985 to 2006 model year gasoline-powered cars or light trucks (up to 8,500 lbs) must have a valid Georgia emission inspection completed before registering or renewing tags.

Important Tips to Know

• Where to Go: Newer vehicles can be inspected at any emission inspection station. Look for an inspection station sign that reads "1996 or Newer Vehicles Welcome" or "All Vehicles Welcome." Vehicle models 1995 or older can only be inspected at stations marked "All Vehicles Welcome." For a list of certified testing locations, click here.
• Inspect Early: It is best to get your vehicle inspected four to six weeks before the registration renewal date (the first vehicle owner’s birthday), in the event repairs need to be made.  An emission inspection is valid for 12 months or for one registration renewal by the same owner.

Senior Exemptions: If you are age 65 or older and are a registered owner of a vehicle 10 model years old or older, and if you drive less than 5,000 miles per year, you may be eligible for a senior exemption. Apply by completing a Senior Exemption Application.

Gwinnett County Tag Offices process senior emission waivers (exemptions) for Gwinnett County residents.

Senior Exemptions: If you are age 65 or older and are a registered owner of a vehicle 10 model years old or older, and if you drive less than 5,000 miles per year, you may be eligible for a senior exemption. Apply by completing a Senior Exemption Application.

Gwinnett County Tag Offices process senior emission waivers (exemptions) for Gwinnett County residents.

Out-of-Area Extensions: If you (or a family member) and your Georgia-registered vehicle are temporarily located well outside the 13-county emission testing area of Georgia due to school, military, or business obligations you may qualify for an Out-of-Area Extension. Apply by completing one of the following Out-of-Area Extension Applications:

Student Out-of-Area Extension Application

Military Out-of-Area Extension Application

Business Out-of-Area Extension Application

Apply for or obtain additional information at a Gwinnett County tag office, Georgia Clean Air Force Service Center, or at the Georgia Clean Air Force website.

Gwinnett County Tag Offices process out-of-area extensions for Gwinnett County residents and is the only county processing these extensions for its residents.

Out-of-Area Extensions: If you (or a family member) and your Georgia-registered vehicle are temporarily located well outside the 13-county emission testing area of Georgia due to school, military, or business obligations you may qualify for an Out-of-Area Extension. Apply by completing one of the following Out-of-Area Extension Applications:

Student Out-of-Area Extension Application

Military Out-of-Area Extension Application

Business Out-of-Area Extension Application

Apply for or obtain additional information at a Gwinnett County tag office, Georgia Clean Air Force Service Center, or at the Georgia Clean Air Force website.

Gwinnett County Tag Offices process out-of-area extensions for Gwinnett County residents and is the only county processing these extensions for its residents.

Repair Waivers:  Gwinnett County Tag Offices do not process repair waivers.  Repair waivers are processed at the Georgia Clean Air Force Service Center.

Locations of Georgia Clean Air Force Service Centers, along with additional information regarding Georgia Clean Air Force requirements are available at the Georgia Clean Air Force website.

Updated 11/06/09

Repair Waivers:  Gwinnett County Tag Offices do not process repair waivers.  Repair waivers are processed at the Georgia Clean Air Force Service Center.

Locations of Georgia Clean Air Force Service Centers, along with additional information regarding Georgia Clean Air Force requirements are available at the Georgia Clean Air Force website.

Updated 11/06/09