NYS DMV - Custom Plates

Department of Motor Vehicles
Custom Plate Gallery - Professions

Eligible Vehicles: All vehicles that are registered in NYS as a passenger class vehicle or as a commercial class vehicle are eligible. (Note: Commercial plates must display the word "COMMERCIAL".) Certain custom plates are available for Motorcycles that are registered in NYS (refer to the plate gallery).
Eligible Persons: An organization can require you to prove that you are eligible to use the organization picture plates (refer to the plate gallery). Certain organization picture plates must be ordered through the organization or the Custom Plates Unit only.
International Symbol of Access (ISA) : Custom Plates that include the ISA for individuals who qualify are only available through the Custom Plates Unit (CPU). See the form MV-664.1 to learn how to order custom plates that include the ISA, or call the Custom Plates unit at (518) 402-4838.
Sample plates: Sample plates are not available.
How to Order: Custom plates can normally be ordered online, but certain picture plates require proof or certification and must be ordered through the Custom Plates Unit or the organization. The DMV web site has more information about the fees and how to order.
Plate Numbers: A custom plate displays a designated or assigned plate number, but you can select a personalized combination for many custom plates for an additional fee. Personalized plate numbers must include at least two, but not more than six, characters and spaces (four characters and spaces for motorcycles or if the ISA is requested). You can check online for available combinations. (Refer to the Custom Plate Gallery.)
Delivery: Allow six weeks for delivery of your custom plates. Your mailing address on file with the DMV must be your current mailing address. You cannot change your address using this transaction. You can first change your address online, and then process this transaction. If you order at a DMV office and the custom plates are not available immediately, the DMV will mail the custom plates to you at the address listed on your current registration.

Information & Requirements	Initial Custom Plate Fee / Annual Plate Renewal Fee		How to Order	Sample Plate Image
Information & Requirements	Designated Series Plate Number	Personalized Plate Number	How to Order	Sample Plate Image
Acupuncturist Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Certified Public Accountant Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	$91.25/$62.50	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Chiropractor Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	$91.25/$62.50	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Chiropractor Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
New York State Dental Association Requirements: NYS licensed dentist; resident of NYS; member of NYS Dental Association. $20 of the annual fee supports the NYS Dental Foundation Fund.	$58.75/$30.00	Not available	Organization: New York State Dental Association 20 Corporate Woods Boulevard, Suite 602 Albany, NY 12211 1-800-255-2100 NYS Dental Association NYS Dental Foundation
New York State Dental Association Requirements: NYS licensed dentist; resident of NYS; member of NYS Dental Association. $20 of the annual fee supports the NYS Dental Foundation Fund.	$58.75/$30.00	Not available	Organization: New York State Dental Association 20 Corporate Woods Boulevard, Suite 602 Albany, NY 12211 1-800-255-2100 NYS Dental Association NYS Dental Foundation
Doctor of Dental Surgery Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form	Click image to enlarge
Hypnotherapist Requirements: proof of membership in NYS Hypnotherapy Association.	$60.00/$31.25	$91.25/$62.50	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Medical Doctor Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
New York Press Requirements: read the DMV Customer Service Knowledge Base answer	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	Read the DMV Customer Service Knowledge Base answer about the requirements to apply for NYP custom plates.
Optometrist/Ophthalmic Dispenser/Optician Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form	Click image to enlarge
Pharmacist Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Physical Therapist Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Podiatrist Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Professional Engineer Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Psychologist Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Registered Architect Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Registered Nurse Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Registered Physician Assistant Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form
Veterinarian Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form	Click image to enlarge
Visiting Nurse Click image to enlarge Requirements: copy of current Registration Certificate issued by New York State Education Department.	$60.00/$31.25	Not available	1-518-402-4838; DMV order form

Information in this Custom Plate Gallery

This plate gallery displays the following information:

the organization and any requirements to order (first column),
the fees with a designated series plate number (second column),
the fees with a personalized plate number (third column), and
how to order the custom plate (fourth column)
a sample image of the custom plate (fifth column).

Custom Plate Fees (Second and Third Columns)

New York State law requires you to pay two different fees; an initial fee when you order a custom plate (first amount in the column) and an annual fee when you renew your registration (second amount in the column). When you renew your vehicle registration, you must pay your registration fee and the annual custom plate fee. Most vehicle registrations in NYS are issued for two years.

How to Order a Custom Plate (Fourth Column)

The information in the fourth column of this custom plate gallery lists the methods that you can use to order that specific custom plate.

Order online: Custom plates can normally be ordered online. The DMV accepts VISA Card, MasterCard, American Express Card, and Discover Card. The DMV also accepts debit cards that are issued by Visa® Card or MasterCard®. The debit card must not require your personal identification number (PIN) to use. The DMV will send your new vehicle registration and your custom plates to the address on your DMV registration record. Your vehicle registration will arrive first. Your mailing address on file with the DMV must be your current mailing address. You cannot change your address using this transaction. You can first change your address online, and then process this transaction. Read the FAQs about custom plates to learn how to order online.
1-518-402-4838: You can call the DMV Custom Plates Unit to order your custom plates by telephone. The DMV accepts VISA Card, MasterCard, American Express Card, and Discover Card. The DMV also accepts debit cards that are issued by Visa® Card or MasterCard®. The debit card must not require your personal identification number (PIN) to use. The hours of operation are: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
DMV order form: You can download the correct DMV form to order your custom plates. You must have a version number of 7.0 or later of Adobe Acrobat Reader® installed on your computer to download this form. Get the instructions.
DMV office: You can order the custom plate at your local DMV office. You will be issued a new registration and your custom plates will be mailed to the address on your DMV registration record. Certain custom plates may be available immediately.
Organization: For certain organization custom plates, you must contact the organization to order the custom plate. An organization can require that you prove that you are eligible. Refer to the information in the plate gallery.