Do I Need an Inspection To Renew My Tags in South Carolina?

No, an inspection is not required to renew your vehicle tags in South Carolina. The state eliminated the mandatory vehicle safety and emissions inspections in 1995. South Carolina does not require vehicles to undergo technical assessments or facility visits for registration renewal purposes.

South Carolina issues registration decals that must be displayed on license plates. Valid registrations are identified by color-coded decals affixed to the lower right corner of the plate. The decal displays the month, year, and plate number to indicate the current registration status. Older stickers on the left side of plates showing month numbers are no longer required for valid registration.

Contact Information for Tag Services

South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
10311 Wilson Boulevard, Blythewood, SC 29016
Phone: (803) 896-5000
Official Website: South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles