Do I Need an Inspection To Renew My Tags in Florida?

No, Florida does not require vehicle inspections for tag renewal. The state does not mandate safety inspections or emissions testing as part of the registration renewal process for privately owned vehicles. Florida abolished emissions testing requirements in 2000, and currently operates without periodic inspection mandates that many other states maintain.

Vehicle owners in Florida can renew their registration without presenting proof of inspection or undergoing any emissions or safety checks. According to Section 320.02, Florida Statutes, the primary requirements for registration renewal are proof of Florida insurance coverage, payment of applicable fees, and provision of vehicle identification information. Registrations can be renewed for one or two-year periods, and owners may renew up to three months in advance of their expiration date.

Florida uses a metal license plate with a validation decal system to indicate current registration status. After completing your tag renewal, the validation decal must be affixed in the square provided in the upper right-hand corner of the license plate.

Contact Information for Tag Services

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
2900 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: (850) 617-2000
Official Website: Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles