State Benefit·Hawaii·🚗Transportation

Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates

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

Verified May 12, 2026againstdod.hawaii.gov

At a glance

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

What is Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates?

Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates is a Hawaii transportation benefit for veterans, survivors. Up to 10 distinctive veteran plate designs available at standard plate cost.

Who qualifies

VeteransSurvivors

Available to any veteran
Hawaii residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Hawaii agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

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).

What Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates covers

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 for Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates

How to apply

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

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: dod.hawaii.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.

Frequently asked questions about Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates

Who qualifies for Veteran and Military Specialty License Plates?▾

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

How do I apply for Veteran and Military 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 Veteran and Military 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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