Utah Residents Living Out-of-State
Utah Residents Living Out-of-State
If you are a Utah resident and temporarily residing outside of Utah, your vehicle may be required to receive an emissions inspection.
This requirement is based on the vehicle year, your Utah resident county, and your current out-of-state location. If your vehicle is required to receive an emissions inspection you may be eligible for a deferment from your Utah resident county. If required, the emissions inspection or county deferral must be transmitted from the county to DMV prior to a registration being completed.
County websites with requirements and forms for submission of inspection or application for deferral for your resident county are listed below.
After receiving confirmation of emissions approval from your county of residence, complete your renewal online or submit to DMV.
See Renew Your Registration for more information.
Resident Students Living Out-of-State
Utah residents attending an educational institution outside of Utah may register their vehicle in Utah at their permanent Utah address. Emissions inspection may be required. See Vehicle Inspections for additional important information on emissions inspections.
Resident Military Personnel Stationed Out-of-State
Utah residents currently serving in the military and stationed outside of Utah may register their vehicle in Utah at their permanent Utah address. Emissions inspection may be required. See Vehicle Inspections for additional important information on emissions inspections.
Utah military personnel may qualify for an exemption from property tax/age-based fees when their vehicle is located with them out-of-state. The following documentation is required:
- Military Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) – to verify resident state
- Military Orders or documentation on military letterhead – to verify assignment location
Other Utah Residents Living Out-of-State
Utah residents temporarily residing outside of Utah may register their vehicle in Utah at their permanent Utah address. Emissions inspection may be required. See Vehicle Inspections for additional important information on emissions inspections.
Easy Ways to Renew Your Registration
You have several options for renewing your registration. Choose the option that is best for you!