Rules are changing in New Hampshire. Check the official source below before you rely on any date.
New Hampshire at a glance Rules changing — read first
| Safety inspection | Annual safety inspection is SUSPENDED until further notice (state guidance of Feb. 13, 2026, after a federal court order and the end of the state's inspection contract). Stations cannot issue state stickers right now. |
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| Emissions test | OBD emissions testing is part of the same suspended program. |
| Inspection fee | None: no inspection is required for personal vehicles. |
| Find a station / office | NH DMV: Inspections & Emissions |
Official sources: NH DMV: Inspections & Emissions (status updates). Checked 2026-10-04.
Frequently asked
Does New Hampshire require a vehicle safety inspection?
Annual safety inspection is SUSPENDED until further notice (state guidance of Feb. 13, 2026, after a federal court order and the end of the state's inspection contract). Stations cannot issue state stickers right now.
Does New Hampshire require an emissions test?
OBD emissions testing is part of the same suspended program.