Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%)
Free specialty license plates for veterans with a 50-99% service-connected disability rating.
State BenefitMarylandTransportation
Verified May 12, 2026 against veterans.maryland.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Maryland
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 50% or higher
- Where it applies
- Maryland
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%)?
Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%) is a Maryland transportation benefit for veterans. Free specialty license plates for veterans with a 50-99% service-connected disability rating. Requires 50%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 50%+ VA disability rating
- Maryland residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
VA service-connected disability rating of 50-99% (the official MVA program also covers being compensated based on individual unemployability). Maryland resident.
Eligible vehicles
Class A (passenger car), Class D (motorcycle), Class E (truck), or Class M (multipurpose) vehicle.
What Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%) covers
Coverage
License plates are issued free of charge. The plates display "Disabled Veteran" and are printed WITHOUT the wheelchair (universal disability) symbol, which is reserved for the 100% tier. Annual (or biennial) registration fees and the surcharge still apply.
Important to know
Questions: MVA Contact Center 410-768-7000 (TTY/hearing impaired 301-729-4563; Maryland Relay 7-1-1).
How to apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%)
How to apply
Complete form VR-120 ("Application for Military Related License Plates") and provide documentation from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (or the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families) showing your disability percentage. Apply in person at any MVA full-service branch office, by mail to the MVA's plate unit in Glen Burnie (MDOT MVA, 6601 Ritchie Highway N.E., Glen Burnie, MD 21062), or through an MVA-licensed tag and title service.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- veterans.maryland.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%)
Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%)?
Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%) is for Veterans; requires 50%+ VA disability rating; maryland residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%)?
Requires 50%+ VA disability rating.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates (50-99%)?
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 Veteran License Plates (50-99%)?
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.