Georgia
In Georgia, you can personalize standard and specialty license plates (called "prestige plates") for passenger vehicles and motorcycles. These plates allow you to choose a custom combination of letters and numbers, subject to availability and approval.
Here's how to get your personalized Georgia plate:
- Check availability: Visit the Georgia License Plate Availability tool to see if your desired plate message is available.
- Complete the application: Download and fill out the MV-9B Special (Personal) Prestige License Plate Application form.
- Submit your application: Bring the completed MV-9B form to your local County Tag Office. You can find the nearest one using the County Tag Office Locator.
- Pay the required fees: You will be asked to pay a $35 manufacturing fee, a $35 annual special tag fee, a $20 annual registration fee, and ad valorem tax (which varies based on your vehicle's value and county). For details, refer to Georgia's official Prestige & Specialty Plates page.
- Receive your plate: If your personalized plate is not immediately available, you'll be issued a Temporary Operating Permit. Once manufactured, your plate will be mailed to your county office or directly to you. You can monitor processing timelines via the Georgia DOR plate details page.
Important notes for Georgia residents:
- You can use up to 7 characters, including letters, numbers, and spaces. Punctuation is not allowed.
- The state reserves the right to reject plates containing offensive or misleading language.
- In Georgia, license plates are typically tied to the owner, not the vehicle. You may transfer your plate to another car you own.
- Personalized plates generally take 4–6 weeks to arrive after approval.
Fees:
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Fee | $35 (one-time) |
| Annual Special Tag Fee | $35 |
| Annual Registration Fee | $20 |
| Ad Valorem Tax | Varies |