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License Plate Guide

 

Amateur Radio


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Ham Radio license plates are available for amateur radio operators. The license plate number assigned is the call number assigned by the Federal Communications Commission. For law enforcement purposes, the number zero (0) is the designate.

Amateur Radio Brochure


Fees

Random-Number Amateur Radio License Plates

  • Newly acquired vehicle/first-time issuance - $198
    ($95 title fee + $99 registration fee + $4 Amateur Radio license plates fee)
  • Currently titled vehicle/first-time issuance - $103
    ($99 registration fee + $4 Amateur Radio license plates fee)
  • Current plates expire within 90 days - $132
    ($99 registration fee + $4 Amateur Radio license plates fee + $29 replacement fee)
  • Current plates do not expire within 90 days - $33
    ($4 Amateur Radio license plates fee + $29 replacement fee)
  • Annual renewal - $99
    ($99 registration fee)

Upgraded FCC License

  • $29

To Apply

  • One must provide a legible photocopy of a current FCC license.
  • 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 592
      Springfield, Illinois 62756

Availability

  • Amateur Radio license plates are multi-year and may be displayed on passenger vehicles, trucks and vans weighing 8,000 pounds or less, sport utility vehicles and motorcycles (passenger sized plate only).
  • An applicant is allowed only one set of plates.
  • Not available as Vanity or Personalized
  • Not eligible for Circuit Breaker

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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