How to create a new special license plate

Who can apply?

You can apply to have a plate design created if you are a:

  • Non-profit organization
  • Government agency
  • Community college
  • Qualifying organization (Contact us to see if your organization qualifies.)

How to apply

The board cannot accept any applications until after July 1, 2011.

Application packets

You can get your application packet by emailing us at SpPlateBoard@dol.wa.gov.

Where to send your completed application

After July 1, 2011, mail your completed application to:

Special License Plate Review Board
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9048
Olympia, WA 98507-9048

What happens to my completed application?

Board approval

The Special License Plate Review Board will review applications (after July 1, 2011). If your application packet is accepted by the board, you will then need to seek legislative approval for the new plate series.

Legislative approval

If the legislature approves the new series, your organization must enter into a written agreement with the Department of Licensing within 30 days from the date the bill was passed.

Contact information

Joann Davis, Licensing Manager
Phone: 360-902-3710
Fax: 360-570-7892
Email: SpPlateBoard@dol.wa.gov

Mail application and fees to:

Special License Plate Review Board
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9048
Olympia, WA 98507-9048

Send correspondence only to:

Special License Plate Review Board
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9909
Olympia, WA 98507-8500