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Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates

Up to 10 distinctive veteran plate designs available at standard plate cost.

Available to any veteran

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About this benefit

Eligibility

Veterans with qualifying service documentation (DD-214). Specific plates may require additional eligibility (e.g., Combat Wounded, Pearl Harbor Survivor, Former POW, Gold Star Family).

Covers

Up to 10 distinctive plate designs at the same cost as standard plates: Veteran, Combat Veteran, Combat Wounded, Pearl Harbor Survivor, Former POW, WWII Veteran, Korea Veteran, Vietnam Veteran, Persian Gulf Veteran, Gold Star Family.

How to apply

Present DD-214 and eligibility certification from OVS at your county DMV.

Verified against official source

Last checked 2026-05-06 against dod.hawaii.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Hawaii state agency before applying.

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