State Benefit·Pennsylvania·🚗Transportation

Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges)

Special veteran recognition plate for veterans with a service-connected disability rated less than 100%.

Verified May 12, 2026againstpa.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Transportation — Pennsylvania
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
10% or higher
Where it applies
Pennsylvania
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges)?

Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges) is a Pennsylvania transportation benefit for veterans. Special veteran recognition plate for veterans with a service-connected disability rated less than 100%. Requires 10%+ VA disability rating.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Requires 10%+ VA disability rating
  • Pennsylvania residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Pennsylvania agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Service-connected disability VA rating of less than 100%.

What Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges) covers

Fee

Verify current plate fee with PennDOT (MV-145A form or DMV publication).

Does NOT grant handicapped parking privileges (those require the Severely Disabled Veteran plate — see pa-dv-plate-parking, which requires a 100% rating).

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: pa.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.

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Frequently asked questions about Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges)

Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges)?
Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges) is for Veterans; requires 10%+ VA disability rating; pennsylvania 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 Plate (Without Parking Privileges)?
Requires 10%+ VA disability rating.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges)?
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 Plate (Without Parking Privileges)?
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.

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