Arlington, VA Inspection Stations

Arlington County · Northern Virginia

Vehicles registered in Arlington and throughout Virginia must undergo mandatory annual state inspections at licensed inspection stations. Operating any car, truck, or motorcycle with an expired Virginia state inspection sticker in Arlington is considered a moving violation and can result in fines and higher insurance rates. Local inspection stations in Arlington, VA provide certified inspections to help drivers remain compliant with state laws and maintain road safety. Vehicles registered in this area are also subject to Virginia emissions testing requirements.

Northern Virginia. Emissions + safety inspection stations in Crystal City, Ballston, and Clarendon.

Inspection coverage in Arlington, Arlington County

We list 12 certified stations in Arlington covering ZIP codes 22201, 22202, 22203, 22204, 22206 and 22207. Bays are clustered along S Glebe Rd, Shirlington Rd, 10TH St N, Fairfax Dr and Lee Hwy. 3 of them also perform Virginia emissions testing, so you can complete both inspections in one visit. 1 station lists Saturday hours.

Riding a bike? Fees are lower — see the Virginia motorcycle inspection guide ($12) and call ahead, since not every Arlington shop has a motorcycle-certified inspector.