State guide
Oregon
Oregon requires a VIN inspection in several title situations, not just for out-of-state vehicles. Oregon DMV publishes both a dedicated VIN inspection page and Form 735-11, and the state also publishes an Oregon State Police referral program for cases DMV stamps "Referred to OSP."
Checked against official sources on October 4, 2026. Rules and links change; confirm with the office listed before you act.
- When a VIN verification is required
- Oregon requires a VIN inspection for out-of-state or out-of-country titled vehicles, vehicles being titled as totaled and assembled/reconstructed/replica, additional occurrences of those brands, certain surrendered-title situations, and Oregon salvage-titled vehicles applying for a regular title.
- Who can do it
- For vehicles in Oregon, DMV, any Oregon law enforcement agency, or an Oregon vehicle dealer may inspect qualifying vehicles; DEQ may inspect some emissions-test vehicles; out-of-state vehicles may be inspected by that state’s DMV or law enforcement, and military personnel may use military police, a commanding officer, or a provost marshal.
- Official form
- Form 735-11 - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Inspection Form
- Fee
- $9
- Official instructions
- Official page →
Official resources in Oregon
Main Oregon DMV instructions page for VIN inspections, including who can inspect, when they are required, the $9 fee, and OSP referral locations.
Official Oregon VIN inspection form with instructions on the back.
Official title instructions that state out-of-state or foreign titles need a VIN inspection for $9.
Publishes Oregon’s VIN inspection fee.
Explains when DEQ may perform a VIN inspection and which vehicles DEQ will not inspect.
Key facts for Oregon
- Oregon charges $9 for a VIN inspection done in Oregon.
- VIN inspections are required for out-of-state or out-of-country titled vehicles.
- VIN inspections are required for vehicles first titled as totaled, assembled, reconstructed, or replica vehicles.
- Oregon salvage-titled vehicles need a VIN inspection when applying for a regular Oregon title.
- In Oregon, DMV, any Oregon law enforcement agency, or an Oregon vehicle dealer may inspect qualifying in-state vehicles.
- DEQ may inspect some vehicles only when an emissions test is required at the same time.
Official VIN inspection locations in Oregon
| Location | city | phone | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon DMV offices | Not published* | Not published* | Official DMV office directory; the office checklist shows which offices perform VIN inspections. |
| DEQ Vehicle Inspection Program | Not published* | 503-229-5066 | Portland-area DEQ contact for the program that can perform some VIN inspections when emissions testing is required. |
| Oregon State Police VIN Inspection Referral - Albany | Albany | 541-967-2026 | Appointment required; page says availability is based on Trooper availability. |
| Oregon State Police VIN Inspection Referral - Portland | Portland | 503-731-3020 | Appointment required; page lists every other Wednesday 7:30am-2:30pm. |
| Oregon State Police VIN Inspection Referral - Salem | Salem | 503-378-3387 | Appointment required; page lists every other Friday afternoon. |
| Oregon State Police VIN Inspection Referral - Pendleton | Pendleton | 541-278-4090 | Appointment required; page lists Mon-Fri 8am-5pm subject to Trooper availability. |
* Not published: the official page doesn't list it. Call the office to confirm before you rely on it.
What to do next
- If your vehicle is out of state, use Oregon Form 735-11 or another state’s inspection form completed by that state’s DMV or law enforcement.
- Do not contact Oregon State Police unless DMV stamped your VIN inspection form "Referred to OSP."
- If your vehicle needs emissions testing, check first whether DEQ can do the VIN inspection at the same visit.
Not seeing your location or county?
Not every location publishes its rules online. Try these, in order:
- General Start with the statewide information above.
- Closest verified Nearest places where we have verified local data outside this state (distance from Oregon's population center, for comparison only):
- Washington State Patrol VIN Inspection Program - Vancouver, Washington · about 64 miles
- Washington State Patrol VIN Inspection Program - Tacoma, Washington · about 176 miles
- Washington State Patrol VIN Inspection Program - SeaTac, Washington · about 191 miles
- Call to confirm Ask the official office.VIN Inspections
Website →Phone: (541) 388-6213 (as listed on that page, checked Oct 4, 2026)Your city or county office: Association of Oregon Counties →Not sure who handles it locally? USAGov's free help line, 1-844-872-4681, or the Oregon page on USA.gov can point you to the right office. - Know the current info? Tell us with a link to the official page.