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The custom plate fee varies if the plate number is assigned by DMV or if you personalize it. Learn more about personalized plates. 

The annual custom plate renewal fee is in addition to your vehicle registration renewal fee. You will be billed for the plates every two years when you renew your registration.  

Online

• You must have a valid New York State registration that does not expire within 60 days. This will have your current plate number and registration class code. See a sample registration document. 
  • If your registration expires within the next 60 days, renew your registration online before you order.
• Your name and address must be up to date with DMV. You can change your address before you order. 
• You must have a credit or debit card that DMV accepts and a valid email address for confirmation purposes. 

By Phone

You can order this plate by phone from the Custom Plates Unit at the phone number below.

By Mail

To order this plate by mail, use the Application for Custom Plates (PDF) (CP-30).  

Mail the completed form and your payment to Custom Plates at the address below.

At a DMV Office

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Custom Plates that include the Universal Symbol of Access for individuals who qualify are available only through the Custom Plates Unit. See how to order plates that include the Universal Symbol of Access (PDF) or call the Custom Plates Unit at 1-518-402-4838.

• Within 10 days of when your order is processed, you will receive new documents that show your current plate number and your new plate combination.
• Allow at least 8-10 weeks for the custom plates to arrive.
• Your new registration documents will be mailed separately from your new custom plates.
• Do not return your old plates to DMV upon receipt of the new plates.

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Destroy Your Old Plates

Once you receive your new plates you will want to destroy your old plates to protect against fraudulent use. Mark each vehicle plate with a permanent marker or cut each plate into pieces. Consider separating the plates when you recycle, and putting one plate in your recycling bin each week. To avoid an inaccurate cancellation of plates, do not return your old plates to DMV.