Organization Plates
Tips
Fees listed in are in addition to all other applicable registration fees. You must meet the requirements listed on each plate's application.
Payment Authorization Form (ADM 205) Deduct $.50 from the initial fee for motorcycle plates.
See Ordering Options below. Make an appointment at our metropolitan offices.
Plate Styles
Amateur Radio
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Custom | $36 | $10 |
Plates show the FCC-issued call sign of a licensed radio amateur operator.
- These plates must be custom-ordered using the Application (SP 7). You may order in-person, by mail or by fax.
- The annual fee is waived if operator agrees to assist during emergencies. Submit the Waiver Application (SP 50) with your renewal.
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Civil Air Patrol
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $36 | $10 |
Requires certification of Nevada CAP Commanding Officer.
- These plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You must order in person using the Application (SP 22).
- Motorcycle and personalized versions are not available.
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Decorated Peace Officer
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $7 | $0 |
Available for any decorated U.S. peace officer or their immediate family.
- You must meet the qualifications listed in the Application (SP 91)
- These plates are in stock at DMV offices. You must order in person.
- Personalized versions are not available
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Decorated Peace Officer Qualifications
Applicants who meet the following qualifications may obtain Peace Officer plates for up to two vehicles:
- A current or former peace officer who has received one or more of the following medals, or the equivalent thereof, for his or her service as a peace officer:
- The Medal of Honor;
- The Purple Heart;
- The Medal of Valor;
- The Lifesaving Medal;
- The Meritorious Service Medal;
- The Distinguished Service Medal; or
- A family member of a person who was:
- Killed in the line of duty while serving as a peace officer; and
- Awarded posthumously the Medal of Honor, or the equivalent thereof, for his or her actions as a peace officer.
Eagle Scout
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $61 | $30 |
Personalized | $96 | $50 |
$25 of the initial fee and $20 of the annual renewal supports the Boy Scout Council in the area where the vehicle is registered:
- You must submit proof of rank as listed on the Application (SP 95)
- Sequential plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You may order personalized plates in person, by mail or by fax. Use the Online Plate Search to search for available plate numbers.
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Electric Vehicle
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $90 | $46 |
Personalized | $125 | $66 |
Available for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles that are wholly powered by an electric motor. Hybrids do not qualify.
Fees listed include the $33 Basic Registration Fee for your vehicle. These fees, less the specialty plate costs, fund road construction through the State Highway Fund. See 2019 Senate Bill 181 for more information.
Governmental Services Taxes and miscellaneous fees are charged in addition to the fees listed here.
- Sequential plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You may order personalized plates in person, by mail or by fax using the Standard and Personalized Electric Vehicle Plate Application (SP 98).
- If you are ordering personalized plates by mail or fax, please remit $125.
- Use the Online Plate Search to search for available personalized plate numbers
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Girl Scout Gold Award
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $61 | $30 |
Personalized | $96 | $50 |
$25 of the initial fee and $20 of the annual renewal supports the Girl Scout Council in the area where the vehicle is registered:
- You must submit proof of rank as listed on the Application (SP 95)
- Sequential plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You may order personalized plates in person, by mail or by fax. Use the Online Plate Search to search for available plate numbers
Learn More about ordering.
Hall of Fame
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Two Large Plates | $36 | $10 |
Official status as Hall of Fame Athlete in Baseball, Basketball, Football, Hockey, Soccer, Tennis, Rodeo or in any sport at a Nevada college.
- These plates must be custom-ordered. Please contact us at (775) 684-4750.
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Masonic Lodge Award
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $61 | $30 |
Personalized | $96 | $50 |
You must be a member of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons. The application must be stamped.
- You must submit proof of membership as listed on the Application (SP 49)
- Sequential plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You may order personalized plates in person, by mail or by fax. Use the Online Plate Search to search for available plate numbers
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National Guard
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Two Large Plates | $7 | $0 |
One Small Plate | N/A |
Requires certification of Nevada National Guard Commanding Officer.
- You must meet the qualifications listed in the Application (SP 11)
- These plates are in stock at DMV offices. You must order in-person.
- Personalized versions are not available
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Press
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Two Large Plates Only | $36 | $10 |
Requires a letter of employment from a news organization.
- These plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You must order in person using the Application (SP 3).
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Professional Firefighter
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $61 | $30 |
Personalized | $96 | $50 |
$25 of the initial fee and $20 of the annual renewal supports the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada Benevolent Association.
- You must meet the requirements below and listed on the Application (SP 41)
- Sequential plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You may order personalized plates in person, by mail or by fax. Use the Online Plate Search to search for available plate numbers
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Professional Firefighter Qualifications
You must show reasonable proof of identity and documentation as a professional full-time salaried fire fighter, or status as a former professional full-time salaried fire fighter with ten years of service. Applicants for new plates must also complete an SP 41 Application.
Documentation includes the following:
- An identification card issued by the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada
- An identification card issued by the Nevada Fire Chiefs Association.
- An identification card issued by a professional fire fighter or chiefs organization or association from any other jurisdiction
- A letter certifying the applicant’s current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried fire fighter, which letter must be from:
- The Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada
- The Nevada Fire Chiefs Association
- A professional fire fighter or chiefs organization or association from any other jurisdiction
- The chief officer of a federal or state agency, the duties of which involve the prevention and suppression of fires, including the Bureau of Land Management and the Nevada Division of Forestry
You must show the documentation at each annual renewal through 2023. You may renew in person or include a copy with a mailed renewal.
As of January 1, 2024, documentation will not be required for renewal. Firefighter plates may be renewed online, at a kiosk or by mail. (AB 304)
Volunteer Firefighter
Numbering | Initial | Renewal |
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Sequential | $61 | $30 |
Personalized | $96 | $50 |
$25 of the initial fee and $20 of the annual renewal supports volunteer training by the State Fire Marshal as directed by the Nevada State Firefighters Association.
- You must meet the requirements below and listed on the Application (SP 62)
- Sequential plates are in stock at DMV offices.
- You may order personalized plates in person, by mail or by fax. Use the Online Plate Search to search for available plate numbers
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Volunteer Firefighter Qualifications
You must show reasonable proof of identity and proof of current service as a volunteer fire fighter, or status as a former volunteer fire fighter who retired from service as a volunteer fire fighter within this state after completing at least 10 years of active service. Applicants must complete an SP 62 Application.
Documentation includes the following:
- An identification card which indicates that the applicant currently serves as a Nevada volunteer fire fighter.
- A letter from the chief officer of a volunteer or combination Nevada fire department certifying the applicant’s current or former service as a volunteer fire fighter.
Volunteer and combination departments must be recognized as such by the Nevada State Fire Marshal.
Volunteer Firefighter plates may be renewed online, at a kiosk or by mail.
Ordering Options
Order in person at a DMV office or contact the DMV as indicated in the plate listing. Make an appointment for your DMV office visit in Carson City, Henderson, Las Vegas or Reno.
Bring the following:
- Completed Application(s)
- Any additional documentation listed on the plate application
- Existing plates, if any
- Current Odometer Reading
- Nevada Evidence of Insurance
- Passing Emissions Test (if required)
Original Registration
See the full list of Registration Requirements or the New Resident Guide and use our online Registration Fee Estimate.
Existing Registration/Plate Swap
A $5 substitute plate fee will apply in addition to the plate fees. No registration renewal or emissions test is required if your registration is more than 35 days from renewal.
If your renewal is due or you choose to renew the registration, you must provide a passing emissions test if required and the last test was completed more than 90 days prior. You will receive credit for the unused portion of your current registration if it is not due for renewal.
Personalized/Custom Orders
If your plate needs to be manufactured, we will register the vehicle, issue a movement permit and mail the plates to you.