State Benefit·Arkansas·🚗Transportation

Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates

19 distinctive military/veteran license plates available for veterans and active-duty service members.

Verified May 12, 2026againstdfa.arkansas.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Transportation — Arkansas
Who it's for: Veterans, Active Duty, Reservists
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Where it applies: Arkansas
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates?

Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates is a Arkansas transportation benefit for veterans, active duty, reservists. 19 distinctive military/veteran license plates available for veterans and active-duty service members.

Who qualifies

VeteransActive DutyReservists

Available to any veteran
Arkansas residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Arkansas agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Various plates available for veterans, active-duty, reserve, and retired military. 19 distinctive plate types offered including Purple Heart, Bronze Star, combat veteran, and branch-specific plates. Specific eligibility varies by plate type.

What Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates covers

Cost

Standard plate fees apply (varies by plate type); the Disabled Veteran plate is free.

How to apply for Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates

How to apply

Apply at your county tag office.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: dfa.arkansas.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates

Who qualifies for Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates?▾

Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates is for Veterans, Active Duty, Reservists; available to any veteran; arkansas residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates?▾

Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

Where can I verify Military/Veteran Specialty License Plates?▾

Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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