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State Benefit·West Virginia·🚗Transportation

Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption

Free license plate and exemption from annual registration fee for 100% disabled veterans, POWs, and Purple Heart recipients.

Verified May 12, 2026againsttransportation.wv.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Transportation — West Virginia
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
100% or higher
Estimated value
~$50-$60/yr in registration fees saved
Where it applies
West Virginia
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption?

Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption is a West Virginia transportation benefit for veterans. Free license plate and exemption from annual registration fee for 100% disabled veterans, POWs, and Purple Heart recipients. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is ~$50-$60/yr in registration fees saved.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
  • West Virginia residency

How to apply

Apply through the official West Virginia agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

100% permanent and total service-connected VA disability rating, OR recipient of a VA Specially Adapted Vehicle Grant, OR former POW. Purple Heart recipients and Pearl Harbor survivors also qualify for free special plates.

What Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption covers

Covers

Free special license plate (no plate fee). Exemption from annual motor vehicle registration fee for one vehicle. Veteran still pays the $0.50 insurance enforcement fee and $1.00 litter fee.

Estimated value

~$50-$60 in annual registration fees saved.

How to apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption

How to apply

File DMV Form DMV-48-D. The WVDVA must certify the application.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: transportation.wv.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 Plates and Registration Fee Exemption

Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption?▾
Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; west virginia 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 Plates and Registration Fee Exemption?▾
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption worth?▾
The listed value is ~$50-$60/yr in registration fees saved. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates and Registration Fee Exemption?▾
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 Plates and Registration Fee Exemption?▾
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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