Disabled Veteran License Plates
Disabled Veteran specialty plate featuring the Universal Symbol of Access. $28.75 initial fee, no annual renewal fee.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — New York
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- New York
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran License Plates?
Disabled Veteran License Plates is a New York transportation benefit for veterans. Disabled Veteran specialty plate featuring the Universal Symbol of Access. $28.75 initial fee, no annual renewal fee.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- New York residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must provide DD-214 or Certification of Military Service (NA Form 13038). Must already possess plates with the Symbol of Access or apply for them simultaneously. Limited to one set of Symbol of Access plates.
What Disabled Veteran License Plates covers
Cost
$28.75 initial purchase (plate number assigned by DMV). $0 annual renewal. Personalization not available.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates
How to apply
Mail only via Application for Custom Plates (CP-30) form. Not available online, by phone, or in person. Contact the Custom Plates Unit at 518-402-4838 for details.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: dmv.ny.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 Disabled Veteran License Plates
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