Veteran Special License Plates
Commemorative license plates recognizing military service with various branch-specific and campaign-specific designs.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Nevada
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Nevada
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Veteran Special License Plates?
Veteran Special License Plates is a Nevada transportation benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors, dependents. Commemorative license plates recognizing military service with various branch-specific and campaign-specific designs.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Nevada residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Honorably discharged veterans; various branch-specific and campaign-specific designs available (Air Force, Army, Army Airborne, USCG, USMC, Navy, Seabees, NG, Woman Veteran, Purple Heart, MOH, Silver Star, Bronze Star w/Valor, Ex-POW, Pearl Harbor, Gold Star, Fallen Military). Veteran or eligible family member may purchase general veteran plate.
What Veteran Special License Plates covers
Covers
Commemorative plates recognizing service. Application form varies by plate type: SP-33 (general veteran branch plates), SP-96 (Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, Ex-POW, Pearl Harbor), SP-94 (Silver/Bronze Star w/Valor), SP-10 (Disabled Veteran), SP-76/SP-78 + SP-90 (Gold Star/Fallen Military), SP-11 (NVNG Active Duty).
How to apply for Veteran Special License Plates
How to apply
Order in person at DMV.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: dmv.nv.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 Special License Plates
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