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Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking

Free license plate and permanent parking placard with free metered parking statewide for mobility-limited disabled veterans.

State BenefitIndianaTransportation

Verified September 30, 2026 against in.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Transportation — Indiana
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Where it applies
Indiana
Last verified
September 30, 2026

What is Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking?

Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking is a Indiana transportation benefit for veterans. Free license plate and permanent parking placard with free metered parking statewide for mobility-limited disabled veterans.

Who qualifies

  • Veterans
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Indiana residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Indiana agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Indiana resident veteran with a service-connected disability that limits walking, including: loss of sight in both eyes, loss or permanent loss of use of one or both feet or hands, or a physical condition that precludes walking without pain or difficulty. Alternatively, veterans rated at least 50% disabled by the VA and receiving service-connected compensation may qualify if at least 60% of the disability rating is attributable to a mobility disability. Honorable discharge required. Must have a disability affecting mobility. Contact your local BMV to verify eligibility.

What Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking covers

Covers

Free DHV license plate (registration fees still apply). Permanent DHV parking placard providing free parking at all legal metered spaces statewide.

How to apply for Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking

How to apply

Apply through Indiana BMV with IDVA verification.

Verified information & sources

Last verified
September 30, 2026
Official source
in.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 Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking

Who qualifies for Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking?

Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking is for Veterans; available to any veteran; indiana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking?

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 Disabled Hoosier Veteran License Plate and Parking?

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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