Volunteer Firefighter plates

To get Volunteer Firefighter plates, you must:

• Be the registered owner of a vehicle, trailer, or motorcycle in Washington.
• and
• Be a volunteer firefighter:
  • Currently serving for at least 1 year.
  • or
  • Previously having served for at least 10 years.

How to apply

1. Provide documentation that you serve as a volunteer firefighter by:
   • Completing the Documentation of Volunteer Service form from the Washington State Fire Fighters Association.
   • or
   • Contacting the Board of Volunteer Firefighters and Reserve Officers to certify your service.
2. Complete a Special License Plate Application.
3. Contact your local vehicle licensing office to determine the exact cost of your plates, including all licensing and service fees.
4. Submit your completed application, documentation from your fire district, and fees:
   • In person at a vehicle licensing office.
   • or
   • By mail to:
     
     Vehicle Licensing
     Department of Licensing
     PO Box 9909
     Olympia, WA 98507-8500

How to renew

To renew, pay all licensing fees plus $30, and:

• Renew in person at a vehicle licensing office. (An additional service fee may apply.)
• Renew by mail by following the instructions on your vehicle renewal notice.

Personalize your plates

For an additional fee, you may get personalized plates with a Volunteer Firefighter background design. For more information, see Personalized plates with a special background design.