Do I Need a DMV Moving Permit To Get a Smog Test?

Yes, a moving permit (CVC 4002) must be obtained prior to driving your vehicle to a smog inspection station. The moving permit can be obtained for free from the DMV, but your registration fees must be paid-up; unless your vehicle is in PNO (planned non operation) status, in which case no registration fees would be due. The permit may be issued to you (the vehicle's owner) or an agent acting on your behalf who you've given consent to legally operate or move the vehicle on California roadways. The moving permit is valid for one day only. The date you choose to move your vehicle must be within 60 days of the date you obtain the moving permit and it must be indicated on the document. The DMV agent will ask you the date you intend on moving your vehicle so it would be best to have made arrangements with the smog station you plan on going to prior to visiting the DMV.