Amateur Radio Operator (HAM) plates
Overview
- What you need to do to qualify.
- Find out the initial cost for plates.
- Submit your proof, payment and application.
- Update your Good-to-Go! account, if needed.
- Renew your tabs and registration yearly.
1. What you need to do to qualify
You must be a WA state vehicle owner and have a current Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license. You're only allowed 1 set of plates for 1 vehicle registered in your name.
2. Find out the initial cost for plates
Note: These plates are not available for trailers.
| Vehicle type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Passenger | $37.75 |
| Truck | $37 |
| Motorcycle | $19.75 |
Save money. If your tabs expire in 6 months or less, save money by getting your new plates and tabs at the same time.
You can't renew your tabs on a vehicle with HAM operator plates if the FCC license is due to expire 90 days before or 90 days after the tab renewal date. Bring an updated/current copy of your FCC license to a vehicle licensing office when renewing tabs on your HAM operator plates.
3. Submit your proof and payment with the application
Contact a vehicle licensing office to get the total cost of your plates.
Fill out the Specialty License Plate Application, include your payment, a copy of your FCC license, and a copy of your vehicle registration.
- Mail it to:
Special Plate Unit
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9909
Olympia, WA 98507-8500
4. Update your Good To Go! account, if needed
If you have a Good To Go! electronic tolling pass, be sure to update the contact information on your account with the Department of Transportation:
- Online: www.wsdot.wa.gov/goodtogo/
- By phone: 866.936.8246
5. Renew your tabs and registration yearly
You'll need to pay the renewal fees to renew your tabs and registration every year, even if you're not using the vehicle.
