Special Veteran License Plates and Decals
Specialty veteran-designated license plates by branch of service and wartime era.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Massachusetts
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Massachusetts
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Special Veteran License Plates and Decals?
Special Veteran License Plates and Decals is a Massachusetts transportation benefit for veterans. Specialty veteran-designated license plates by branch of service and wartime era.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Massachusetts residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Massachusetts resident veteran. Various plates available by branch of service and wartime era.
What Special Veteran License Plates and Decals covers
Covers
Special veteran-designated plates and motorcycle plates, plus branch/era decals.
How to apply for Special Veteran License Plates and Decals
How to apply
Through the MA Registry of Motor Vehicles.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 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.
Frequently asked questions about Special Veteran License Plates and Decals
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