Alberta Personalized Licence Plates
In Alberta, personalized plates are issued by Alberta registry agents under the "Personalized licence plates" program. 1 to 7 letters and numbers for cars, up to 5 for motorcycles. Letters and numbers only. The fee is about $275 one-time, and about $57 per year on top of registration.
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How to apply:
- Visit any authorized Alberta registry agent (there is no online ordering).
- The agent checks availability on the spot; bring two or three alternatives.
- Pay the one-time personalization fee plus a small application fee, then the annual fee at each renewal.
- Collect the plates from the agent when they arrive.
Rules:
- No hyphens, apostrophes, punctuation or symbols.
- Combinations that resemble Alberta's regular plate formats are refused.
- Offensive or misleading messages are refused, and plates can be recalled after a complaint.
Fees:
| Province | Initial fee | Annual | Characters | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | About $275 one-time | About $57 per year on top of registration | 1–7 | Several weeks; the registry agent advises |
Good to know:
- Fees are set by the province but collected by private registry agents, so small service charges vary between offices.
- Please confirm: Exact fees: registry agents quote $255 to $275 one-time and $57 a year; confirm with your agent.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a personalized licence plate cost in Alberta?
About $275 one-time to order, then about $57 per year on top of registration. Regular registration fees still apply.
How many characters can an Alberta personalized plate have?
1 to 7 letters and numbers for cars, up to 5 for motorcycles. Letters and numbers only.
How long does it take?
Several weeks; the registry agent advises.