Personalized & Custom Louisiana License Plates
Special License Plate Options Made Simple
Personalized license plates (often called custom or special license plates) allow Louisiana drivers to customize their vehicle’s license plate or recognize military service, affiliation, or causes. Clearview Auto Title & Notary helps you apply for eligible license plate options without the confusion or long OMV lines.
As an OMV Approved Public Tag Agent, we guide you through availability, eligibility, and required paperwork so your application is submitted correctly the first time.
Some license plates require additional documentation, such as proof of service, affiliation, or eligibility. We’ll clearly explain what to bring so you’re prepared.
How to Get a Custom License Plate at Clearview Auto Title & Notary
Step 1: Know Before You Go
While requirements vary by plate type, most require:
- Valid photo ID
- Proper vehicle title and registration in your name in Louisiana.
- Certain specialty plates have specific qualifications and eligibility requirements (see Step 2).
- Personalized and specialty plates often include additional state-regulated fees. We’ll review costs with you during your visit.
Types of License Plates You Can Apply For
Personalized License Plates
Choose approved letters and numbers to create a custom license plate. Availability and approval are based on Louisiana OMV guidelines.
Custom & Specialty License Plates
Support approved organizations, causes, universities, or programs through specialty license plate options.
Service & Recognition License Plates
License plates recognizing military service, veterans, first responders and more.
Step 2: Gather the Required Documents
Handicap/Mobility Impaired License Plates
Only vehicles titled in Louisiana will be eligible for issuance of mobility impaired Plates.
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1. A vehicle application form that our staff will complete with you.
2. A Physician's Certification of Mobility Impairment form completed by the mobility impaired individual's physician.
3. If the vehicle is titled in the mobility impaired person's name and is currently registered, the license plate and registration must be submitted.
4. If the plate is being used on a vehicle that is not in the name of the mobility impaired individual, our staff will help complete the Designation of Mobility Impaired License Plate form.
5. Proof of insurance.
6. If there is no license plate assigned to the vehicle at the time application for a mobility impaired plate is made, a copy of each vehicle owner’s current and valid photo identification (driver’s license or identification card issued by this state or another state) must be submitted.
Permanent Military Honors or Disabled Veteran License Plate
A qualified disabled veteran shall include any veteran who has a service-connected disability of fifty percent (50%) or more and who is a resident of this state.
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1. You must be able to provide VA disability rating of 50% or more as assigned by the LDVA (find nearest location HERE).
2. Your Veterans Affair disability certification letter with your identifying information. Access your VA.gov login to find those letters.
3. A photocopy of the vehicle's registration certificate.
4. If the vehicle isn't registered in your name, the proper title documentation.
Military Veteran License Plate
You must be able to provide proof of military service with a valid and legible DD214 that notes the particular campaign and/or branch of service.
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1. Proof of military service with a valid and legible DD214 that notes the particular campaign and/or branch of service (find nearest LDVA location HERE).
2. A photocopy of the vehicle's registration certificate.
3. If the vehicle isn't registered in your name, the proper title documentation.
First Responders License Plate
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1. A letter from the chief official of your law enforcement agency stating that you have an active commission and have held it for at least two years.
2. Proof that you've completed Police Officer Standards Training (POST).
3. A photocopy of the vehicle's registration certificate if it's already registered.
4. If the vehicle isn't registered in your name, the proper title documentation.
Step 3: Visit Clearview to Complete the Transfer
Stop by one of our convenient locations, check in at the kiosk, and our team will prepare or review your custom license plate request.
Some plates are immediately available and other personalized plates can take approximately 3-5 months to process.
Louisiana Guidelines for Personalized License Plates
Learn what is and isn’t allowed on a license plate according to the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles.
| What you CAN request on a personalized license plate: | What you CANNOT request on a personalized license plate: |
|---|---|
| Up to 7 characters | More than 7 characters |
| Only 6 letters and/or numbers on a motorcycle or handicap personalized plate | Two alpha characters cannot be used as a prefix followed by numbers |
| Letters A to Z (must have at least two letters) | Contain a regular plate sequence (i.e. three numbers followed by three alpha or three alpha followed by three numbers). |
| Numbers 0 to 9 | The following prefixes cannot be used: LSP, DPS, OMV, NOLA, HQ, SP, TS, or LA. |
| Spaces or two half spaces will count as one space of the seven (7) allowed characters. | Special symbols such as #, @, %, &, etc. |
| Periods (count as 1 space on plate) | A patented logo |
| Hyphens (count as 1 space on plate) | The number one (1) substituted for the letter “I” or the number zero (0) for the letter “O” |
| Ethnic, racial, vulgar, or indecent connotations which may be offensive to good taste and decency | |
| Amateur radio call signs |
Remember, personalized license plates are issued on a first come, first serve basis.
Helpful Things to Know Before Applying for a Personalized or Special License Plate in Louisiana
Before applying for a personalized or special license plate, make sure the vehicle is properly titled and registered in your name. You’ll also want to have your current vehicle registration available, as it’s used to verify important vehicle information during the application process.
Some personalized and special license plates have specific eligibility or qualification requirements that must be met before an application can be submitted. Availability can vary based on plate type, vehicle type, and eligibility, so it’s important to confirm requirements before visiting.
Special license plates may be issued for passenger vehicles, trucks weighing up to 16,000 pounds, and private buses such as motor homes. Certain specialty plate options are also available for motorcycles, though availability varies by plate type.
Fees for personalized and special license plates vary depending on the plate selected. Any standard fee estimates typically apply to regular license plates only and may not reflect the cost of specialty or personalized options. Fees and availability are subject to change, and any estimates provided are for guidance only and are not binding.
If you have questions about eligibility or plate availability, contact us so we can guide you appropriately. For OMV-specific questions related to specialized vehicle services, the Louisiana OMV Specialized Vehicle Unit can also be contacted at 504-455-4444 or 504-455-4444.
You can typically apply for a personalized or custom license plate:
- When registering a vehicle
- During registration renewal
- When replacing an existing plate
- When switching from a standard license plate
