DMV Programs

California "Honoring Veterans" License Plates

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) provides a service which allows a person to check whether a specific personalized license plate is available.

You can publicly display your status as a veteran, or support of veterans, and at the same time support legitimate veterans services throughout the state.

Those Interested in a "Honoring Veterans" License Plate:

Please view the options for the license plate logos for cars and trucks.
Once you found the logo you desire, please download and fill out: Special Interest License Plate Application (REG 17) (You will need the CODE number listed below the logo for the application)
With the application complete you may mail your application and fees to:

Department of Motor Vehicles
Special Processing Unit
P.O. Box 932345 MS D238
Sacramento, CA 94232-3450
- The fee on just the logo is $50.00
- The fee to customize your License Plate Number and have a logo is $78.00
- There will be a annual renewal fee of $40.00
Or you may order online at California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

"Veteran" on your Drivers License

DMV is not your first stop

You may be eligible to have the word "VETERAN" added to your drivers license. This will allow you to get discounts throughout the community.

In order to see if you are eligible, please stop by our Veterans Services Office and provide your ORIGINAL or CERTIFIED COPY of your DD-214. (A Photocopy is not acceptable), To receive the Veteran Status Verification form "VSD-001" that you take to the DMV. The DMV will not accept or visualize your DD-214.

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