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MD Emissions test

Prince George's County emissions test

Get the emissions requirement cleared before you renew in Prince George's County.

Last synced Apr 23, 2026, 7:18 AM UTC from official source .

Core Maryland VEIP county coverage is source-backed, but the current normalized record does not fully model Maryland's 72-month original-owner exemption versus the immediate inspection schedule for many used vehicles.

Before you go

Testing required Yes This county can hold up renewal until you clear the test.
Typical fee $30.00 Double-check the station fee before you go.
Gas vehicles Gas vehicles starting at 1 years old • model year 1996 or newer Use this if the vehicle is gas, hybrid, or another covered light-duty type.
Diesel vehicles Diesel vehicles are not subject to emissions testing Use this if the vehicle is diesel-powered.

Exemptions

  • newly purchased Maryland vehicles with original ownership are generally tested 72 months after titling and registration
  • 1995 and older vehicles 8,500 pounds GVW and under
  • historic vehicles
  • street rods
  • school vehicles and passenger buses
  • all hybrid vehicles are tested

Official VEIP locations

Find a station

Maryland publishes Prince George's County VEIP coverage through the statewide program, but live kiosk and station availability is delegated to the official VEIP locations page.

  • Beltsville 24/7 Self-Service Vehicle Emissions Testing Kiosk
    11760 Baltimore Avenue, Beltsville, MD 20705
    24/7 self-service kiosk
  • Clinton Vehicle Emissions Testing Station
    7213 Old Alexandria Ferry Road, Clinton, MD 20735
    full-service station

Finish emissions first

  1. Open the official station finder or official county rule.
  2. Complete the test or waiver step that applies to your vehicle.
  3. Go back to Maryland renewal once the requirement is cleared.