Mississippi
In Mississippi, residents can personalize license plates for various vehicle types, including passenger vehicles and motorcycles. Personalized plates allow for a combination of letters and numbers, subject to specific character limits and guidelines.
How to Get a Personalized Mississippi Plate
- Apply at Your County Tax Collector's Office: Personalized license plates must be ordered through your local county tax collector at the time of vehicle registration or renewal. You will need to complete the application form provided by the Mississippi Department of Revenue.
- Provide Plate Choices: The application form will require you to list up to five desired plate combinations in order of preference. This increases the likelihood of obtaining an available combination.
- Await Approval: The Department of Revenue will review your application to ensure the requested plate combination adheres to state guidelines. Once approved, the personalized plate will be manufactured.
- Receive Your Plate: You will be notified when your personalized plate is ready for pickup at your county tax collector's office. Processing times may vary.
Important Notes for Mississippi Residents
- Character Limits:
- Standard Plates: Up to 7 characters, including letters and numbers.
- Motorcycle Plates: Up to 6 characters.
- Prohibited Content: Plates must not contain offensive or inappropriate language. The Department of Revenue reserves the right to deny any combination deemed offensive to good taste and decency.
- No Punctuation: Punctuation marks or special characters are not permitted. Spaces are allowed and count as characters.
- Plate Ownership: Personalized plates are generally tied to the vehicle owner, not the vehicle itself. If you sell your vehicle, you may transfer the personalized plates to another vehicle registered in your name.
- Renewal: Personalized plates must be renewed annually, along with your vehicle registration.
Fees:
| State | Initial Fee | Renewal Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $33 | $33 |
These fees are in addition to standard vehicle registration fees.
Mississippi DOR - Motor Vehicle