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License Plate Guide

Military

Universal Veteran


Image of Universal Veteran License Plate


These plates are available to any Illinois resident who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Branch of service and /or theater of action decals are available through the American Legion Department of the Adjutant.

Military Plate Brochure | Circuit Breaker


Fees

STANDARD
Currently Registered Vehicle

  • First-time issuance - $93
    ($78 registration fee + $15 Universal Veteran fee)
  • Current plates expire within 90 days - $122
    ($78 registration fee + $15 Universal Veteran fee + $29 replacement fee)
  • Current plates do not expire within 90 days - $44
    ($15 Universal Veteran fee + $29 replacement fee)
  • Annual renewal - $78
    ($78 registration fee)

Newly Acquired Vehicle

  • First-time issuance - $158
    ($143 title/registration fee + $15 Universal Veteran fee)

To Apply

  • one must provide a DD 214 or equivalent to prove service.
  • The request can only be processed in Springfield. Apply in person or mail the proper documentation to:

    • Secretary of State
      501 S. 2nd St.
      Howlett Building, Room 541
      Springfield, Illinois 62756

$3.50

$2.50

  • Branch of Service Seal Stickers and Theatre of Action Stickers are not provided by the Secretary of State's Office. Should a person wish to purchase a decal of the Branch of Service, and/or a theater of Action Sticker, they may do so by contacting :

    • American Legion
      Department Adjutant
      2720 East Lincoln Street
      Bloomington, IL 61704-6010

Availability

  • Universal Veteran License Plates are multi-year and may be displayed on passenger vehicles, trucks and vans weighing 8,000 pounds or less and Sport Utility Vehicles.

Available as Personalized:

  • No

Available as Vanity:

  • No

Available as Circuit Breaker:

  • Yes

Renewal Methods

License plate registration application forms may be obtained in person at most Secretary of State facilities, by mail or by calling
800-252-8980.


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