Florida
In Florida, you can personalize license plates for private or company-owned cars, trucks, motor homes, motorcycles, and leased vehicles . Personalized license plates may be issued to any motor vehicle owner or lessee except for a vehicle that requires `Restricted`, `Apportioned,` `Wrecker,` or dual (two) truck license plates .
Here's how to get your personalized Florida plate:
- Check Availability (optional): You can go to the DMV website to check the availability of your desired plate number.
- Visit a motor vehicle service center: Personalized license plates may be ordered in person at a motor vehicle service center throughout Florida.
- Complete the application: Complete the Application for Personalized License Plate (HSMV form 83043).
- Pay the fees: Pay the associated fees for the personalized plate.
- Receive your plate: Personalized plates are usually mailed to your home within 90 days after ordering.
Important notes for Florida residents:
- It is illegal to alter a Florida license plate in any way, including changing the color or applying vinyl wraps or airbrushing.
- The DMV can reject personalized plate requests that are obscene or objectionable.
- Personalized plates may take up to 60 days to be processed.
- Florida has seen a significant increase in citations for unlawful alteration of license plates, and authorities are cracking down on illegal customization.
- Members of the press can reserve plates with the letters `PRES` followed by a hyphen and numerals.
Fees:
| State | Initial Fee | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $28.00 new plate fee | $15 |