Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability)
Special DV plates for veterans with 60%+ disability that affect ambulation, unlocking a vehicle sales tax exemption.
State BenefitMassachusettsTransportation
Verified September 30, 2026 against mass.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Massachusetts
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 60% or higher
- Where it applies
- Massachusetts
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability)?
Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability) is a Massachusetts transportation benefit for veterans. Special DV plates for veterans with 60%+ disability that affect ambulation, unlocking a vehicle sales tax exemption. Requires 60%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 60%+ VA disability rating
- Massachusetts residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Massachusetts resident veteran. Primary owner of a registered passenger vehicle. Qualifies for permanent disabled parking privileges. Minimum 60% service-connected disability rating with disabilities affecting ambulation.
What Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability) covers
Covers
Special DV plates; a DV plate qualifies you for the motor vehicle sales tax exemption on one vehicle. Excise tax, registration, and driver's license fee exemptions are based instead on a VA 100% rating or individual unemployability.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability)
How to apply
Through the MA Registry of Motor Vehicles.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- mass.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 (60%+ Disability)
Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability)?
Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability) is for Veterans; requires 60%+ VA disability rating; massachusetts 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 (60%+ Disability)?
Requires 60%+ VA disability rating.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability)?
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 (60%+ Disability)?
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.
Other Massachusetts Transportation
- Special Veteran License Plates and DecalsSpecialty veteran-designated license plates by branch of service and wartime era.
- Driver's License Fee Exemption (100% Disabled)Exemption from driver's license transaction fees for 100% disabled veterans.
- Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption (100% Disabled)Exemption from vehicle registration fees for 100% disabled veterans.