Do I need to send a copy of the smog with my payment to DMV?
You do not need to submit the smog certificate to the DMV with your payment.
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The DMV does not require a paper smog copy.
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Answered by Sonny Baird
Last updated 1/16/2026, 3:07:26 PM
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Sonny Baird
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