Users' questions

Do you need an appointment for DEQ in Oregon?

Do you need an appointment for DEQ in Oregon?

Note: Vehicles new to the state are not eligible to use the DEQ Too program. Do I need an appointment? ​ Testing is first come, first served.

What do I need to bring to Oregon DEQ?

Be sure to bring: Your entire DMV registration renewal form with sections 1 (insurance information) and 2 (signature of owner) completed. DEQ accepts Cash, PIN-less Debit/Credit card (VISA, MasterCard or Discover) or money order to pay for the emissions test AND your DMV registration fees.

Is DEQ Oregon Open?

​​After initial closures, as of June 30, 2020, all DEQ testing stations reopened with pandemic protocols in place. Please see below for schedules and additional COVID-19-related information.

How much is a DEQ test in Oregon?

Oregon DEQ tests more than 1 million cars every two years. Last year, just 5% of vehicles failed the test on average. The failure rate for the newest vehicles is less than 1%. Drivers must pay a $21 fee for each inspection.

How much does it cost to renew tags in Oregon?

Registration Fee Chart

​Fee Type ​When Fee is Due for Passenger Vehicles ​​Fee
​Plate ​Vehicle does not have Oregon plates ​$24.50
​Registration/Renewal* ​​Vehicle year is 1999 or older ​$122
​Vehicle year 2000 or newer, has a combined rating of 0-19 MPG ​$122
​Vehicle year 2000 or newer, has a combined rating of 20-39 MPG ​ $132

How much does it cost to get new tags in Oregon?

Can I go to DEQ without paperwork Oregon?

DEQ does not require any registration or enrollment by motorists. You simply test using DEQ Too or test at a Clean Air Station.

Does Oregon have a grace period for expired tags?

House Bill 2137, signed Thursday by Gov. Kate Brown, will give Oregonians more time to renew their driver licenses and vehicle registration. It immediately extends a six-month grace period on expired licenses and registration through Dec. 31, 2021.

How old does a car have to be to be exempt from emissions in Oregon?

25 years old
Vehicles more than 25 years old, vehicles registered as historical and collector vehicles, parade and exhibition vehicles and motorcycles are permanently exempt from testing. In the Portland area, 1975 and newer vehicles are required to pass an emissions test.

Can cops pull you over for expired tags in Oregon?

It’s called the law enforcement grace period, and is allowing Oregonians to continue driving with expired licenses and vehicle registration, as long as the expiration date was recent.

How is the Hillsboro DEQ test station rated?

Hillsboro DEQ Test Station accepts credit cards. How is Hillsboro DEQ Test Station rated? Hillsboro DEQ Test Station has 4 stars. What days are Hillsboro DEQ Test Station open?

Where is the DEQ office in Hillsboro Oregon?

state.or.us; Address: 5130 NE Five Oaks Dr, Hillsboro, OR 97124; Cross Streets: Between NE Croeni Ave and NE Wagon Dr; Phone: (503) 229-5066

Is the DEQ in Scappoose Oregon closed?

New to the DEQ (Oregon)? All DEQ offices, including vehicle emission testing stations, will be closed Saturday, May 29 through Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day. The Scappoose testing station will be open an extra day on Thursday, May 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

When do the DEQ testing stations open in Oregon?

New to the DEQ (Oregon)? After initial closures, as of June 30, 2020, all DEQ testing stations reopened with pandemic protocols in place. Please see below for schedules and additional COVID-19-related information. Hours: Mondays – Fridays: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.