Disabled American Veteran (DAV) License Plates
DAV specialty plates with no annual registration fee for veterans with total and permanent service-connected disability.
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About this benefit
Overview
Eligibility (fee waiver): VA letter indicating "Total and Permanent" disability.
Eligibility (plates without fee waiver): Any DC-resident disabled veteran (standard registration fees apply).
Covers
DAV specialty license plates. Veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability receive one set of tags for a non-commercial vehicle. Annual registration fee is waived; one-time application fee may still apply.
How to apply
Apply at any DC DMV service center with VA "Total and Permanent" letter.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-06 against dmv.dc.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Washington D.C. state agency before applying.
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