License plates belong to the state of Florida and are assigned to you, not the vehicle. You can transfer your license plate to a different vehicle by mail or by making a reservation for in-person service. Florida requires license plates to be replaced every 10 years.
Surrender License Plate
Avoid possible driver license suspension by surrendering your valid Florida license plate if it is no longer in use. Improper surrender of the plate can lead to fraud or misuse of the plate. Since the plate will always be connected to your name, surrender the plate properly for peace of mind. You can surrender your license plate by mail or Drop Box.
SPECIALTY LICENSE PLATES
Florida offers specialty license plates to raise funds for a variety of charitable organizations and special interests. Specialty plates can be purchased any time and cost an annual fee above the standard Florida license plate charge. Fees vary by type of license plate. For more information about specialty license plates, visit www.flhsmv.gov.
Personalized License Plates
We off personalized license plates. The cost is an additional $15 annual fee for each personalized license plate, and a completed Application for Personalized License Plate will need to be completed and brought with you to your Registration Renewal Reservation.
For more information, visit flhsmv.gov.
DISABLED PERSON WHEELCHAIR LICENSE PLATE
A person who qualifies for a permanent disabled person parking permit can obtain a wheelchair emblem license plate in lieu of receiving a parking permit. Wheelchair license plates must be renewed annually on the applicant’s birthday. The long-term impairment must be proved every four years by a certifying medical authority. You are able to apply by mail, or drop box.
For more information, visit https://www.flhsmv.gov/motor-vehicles-tags-titles/disabled-person-parking-permits/wheelchair-license-plate/.
DISABLED VETERAN LICENSE PLATE
Veterans who are confirmed 100% disabled from a service-connected disability by a certifying medical authority are eligible for a disabled veteran license plate at no charge. Disabled veterans must complete Form HSMV 83039 Application for Disabled Person Parking Permit. The veteran must provide proof of service-connected 100% disability rating or that the vehicle was acquired through financial assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Mail to: Palm Beach County Tax Collector
P.O. Box 3828, West Palm Beach, FL 33402
