Veteran License Plates
Special veteran/military license plates available (Veteran, Disabled Veteran, National Guard, POW, Purple Heart, Gold Star Family, Bronze Star Medal).
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Rhode Island
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Rhode Island
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Veteran License Plates?
Veteran License Plates is a Rhode Island transportation benefit for veterans. Special veteran/military license plates available (Veteran, Disabled Veteran, National Guard, POW, Purple Heart, Gold Star Family, Bronze Star Medal).
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Rhode Island residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Each plate type requires specific documentation. Veteran plate requires DD-214 showing eligible service. Disabled Veteran plate requires VA disability documentation. Other specialty plates (POW, Purple Heart, Gold Star, Bronze Star Medal, National Guard) have separate eligibility requirements; contact DMV for documents required.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: dmv.ri.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 License Plates
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