Temporary Moving Permit
N Durango & Centennial

You just bought a car and the plates are expired, or you need to move an unregistered vehicle and cannot get it fully registered today. A Nevada temporary moving permit lets you drive it legally for up to 30 days while you sort out the paperwork. You can get one right here at 6441 N Durango Dr, no DMV office visit required.

Smog Busters at N Durango and Centennial is licensed by the State of Nevada to issue temporary moving permits on site when the transaction qualifies. Walk in during business hours and bring your vehicle information. No appointment needed. Open Monday through Friday 8am to 6pm and Saturday 8am to 4pm, which matters when most Nevada DMV offices are closed on weekends.

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What Is a Temporary Moving Permit

When You Need a Temporary Moving Permit in Nevada

A temporary moving permit is a short-term authorization issued by the State of Nevada that allows you to legally operate a vehicle that is unregistered or has expired registration for a window of up to 30 days. The permit does not replace registration — it gives you legal cover to drive the vehicle while you complete the registration process.

Here are some of the most common situations where a temporary moving permit is the right move:

You purchased a private party vehicle with expired plates and need to drive it home or to a registration appointment
Your title transfer is still processing and the car cannot be registered yet
You moved to Nevada and have not yet completed out-of-state registration but need to drive the vehicle
Your registration lapsed and you need to drive the car to the smog check or DMV services location to begin the renewal process

The temporary moving permit is not a renewal and does not extend your registration. It is a temporary bridge that buys you 30 days to get the full registration completed. Come back before it expires to finish the process.

How to Get Your temporary moving permit at N Durango and Centennial

Pull up to the hut at 6441 N Durango Dr during business hours. Let the technician know you need a temporary moving permit and share your vehicle information. The permit is issued on site when the transaction qualifies. You do not need to go to a Nevada DMV office, and there is no appointment required.

Bring your vehicle information including the license plate number or VIN, and any paperwork you have related to the vehicle (title, bill of sale, registration documents). The more complete your information, the faster the permit can be issued.

Next Steps

After You Get Your Permit

A temporary moving permit is a 30-day window, not a solution. Before it expires, you need to complete the full registration process so the vehicle has current Nevada plates and registration. Depending on your situation, the next steps might include a smog check, a title transfer, an out-of-state registration transfer, or a standard renewal.

You can handle most of those next steps at the same Smog Busters hut on N Durango Dr. If a smog check is required as part of your registration, that is done at the same location. Title transfers, out-of-state registration, and standard renewals can all be processed at the hut through the DMV services counter without a government office visit.

See the full list of what is available at the DMV services hub for N Durango and Centennial.

Common Questions

Temporary Moving Permit FAQ: N Durango & Centennial

What is a temporary moving permit and can I get one at Smog Busters N Durango and Centennial?

A temporary moving permit is a 30-day authorization that lets you legally operate a vehicle with expired or no registration while you work through the registration or title transfer process. Smog Busters at 6441 N Durango Dr is licensed by the State of Nevada to issue temporary moving permits on site when the transaction qualifies. Walk in with your vehicle information and the permit can be issued on site without a DMV office visit when the transaction qualifies.

How long is a Nevada temporary moving permit valid?

A Nevada temporary moving permit is valid for 30 days from the date of issue. It allows you to legally drive the vehicle on Nevada roads while you complete the registration process. It is not a permanent registration and cannot be renewed — you must complete the full registration before the temporary moving permit expires.

When would I need a temporary moving permit in Nevada?

Common situations include buying a private party vehicle that has expired registration, moving a vehicle across town after purchase before registration paperwork is complete, waiting for a title transfer to process before you can register the car, or needing to drive a vehicle while gathering documentation for a full registration renewal.

Can I get a temporary moving permit on a Saturday at N Durango and Centennial?

Yes. Smog Busters at N Durango and Centennial is open Saturday from 8am to 4pm. Temporary moving permits can be issued on site on Saturdays when the transaction qualifies, the same as any weekday. Walk-ins welcome. No appointment needed.

Temporary Moving Permit at N Durango and Centennial

Walk in to 6441 N Durango Dr with your vehicle information. Temporary moving permit issued on site. No appointment, no DMV office visit. Open Monday through Saturday.

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Mon-Fri 8am-6pm · Sat 8am-4pm · Walk-ins welcome · Hablamos Español · (702) 436-5346