License Plates Help Support Wildlife Activities in Washington

Three Wildlife-Themed License Plates Now Available!

Personalized Licenses	Special Wildlife Background	Combination Personalized - Special Background Licenses
The sale of Personalized License Plates is directed to the WDFW for the management of wildlife which are not hunted. More Information >>	Washington residents have five new Special License Plate backgrounds to choose from, featuring some of the state’s premier wildlife species. More Information >>	A Personalized Special License Plate is a new option that will allow the public to put their personalized message onto a special wildlife license plate background. More Information >>

How to puchase wildlife-themed license plates

Can I purchase a wildlife-themed license plate for all of my vehicles?

Yes. Plates are available for registered passenger vehicles, light duty pickups, trailers, motorcycles, motorhomes, RVs, 5th wheels and campers.

When can I buy a new license plate?

You can buy a wildlife background plate for your vehicle at any time. You don’t have to wait until your registration is due. In fact, there are certain circumstances where you may be able to save the first renewal fee by buying early, depending on how long it is until your registration is due. The Department of Licensing recommends renewing your registration at the same time you purchase a specialized background plate. You can go to one of the many available agents or subagent offices, (on-line ordering is not available at this time.)

Where can I buy a new license plate?

At a Vehicle Licensing Offices (License plates will be mailed to you.)

What do I need to do to complete the transaction?

	1). Download the appropriate Department of Licensing application form, fill out and print: Personalized Plate Application Special Background Plate Application Combination Personalized-Special Background Plate Application 2) Call a Vehicle Licensing Office for total costs. 3) Hand-deliver or mail to the office location, along with the appropriate fees.

Please be aware that there is a requirement to obtain or purchase a Vehicle Use Permit to park and use WDFW lands and facilities. Please note that purchasing "Wildlife-Themed License Plates" do not exempt users from this requirement.