Disabled American Veteran License Plate
Free license plate and exemption from license fees for veterans with 100% service-connected disability.
State BenefitWashingtonTransportation
Verified September 30, 2026 against dol.wa.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Washington
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- Free plate and fees
- Where it applies
- Washington
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Disabled American Veteran License Plate?
Disabled American Veteran License Plate is a Washington transportation benefit for veterans. Free license plate and exemption from license fees for veterans with 100% service-connected disability. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Free plate and fees.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- Washington residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Washington vehicle owner. Served in any U.S. armed forces branch, Reserves, or National Guard. Qualifying discharge as defined in RCW 73.04.005 (veteran as defined in RCW 41.04.007). 100% service-connected disability rating from the VA, with compensation expected to last more than 1 year.
What Disabled American Veteran License Plate covers
Covers
License-fee exemption for one vehicle per year. Additional fees apply for special background designs. Does NOT grant disabled parking privileges.
How to apply for Disabled American Veteran License Plate
How to apply
Submit Letter of Eligibility from VA and the Military Services and Veterans License Plate Application form (with applicable payment) to a local vehicle licensing office.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- dol.wa.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Disabled American Veteran License Plate
Who qualifies for Disabled American Veteran License Plate?
Disabled American Veteran License Plate is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; washington 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 American Veteran License Plate?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Disabled American Veteran License Plate worth?
The listed value is Free plate and fees. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled American Veteran License Plate?
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 American Veteran License Plate?
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.