Vehicle/DMV Benefits for Veterans in Michigan
2 Vehicle/DMV benefits for veterans in Michigan.
Disabled Veteran & Military License Plates
The Michigan Secretary of State issues Disabled Veteran, Ex-POW, Medal of Honor, and other military/veteran specialty plates. Qualifying disabled veterans receive registration fee relief.
Eligibility: Disabled Veteran plate available to honorably discharged veterans rated 100% permanently and totally disabled or individually unemployable at the 100% rate; DV plate eligibility expanded to 50%+ service-connected in October 2024. Registration fee is waived for veterans with a total and permanent disability rating (one-time $5 administrative fee).
Estimated value: Waived registration fee for totally/permanently disabled veterans (one vehicle)
How to apply: Apply at any Secretary of State branch office with your VA disability letter and DD-214; no service fee for the plate application or renewal.
Veteran Designation on Driver's License or State ID
Veterans can add a red "Veteran" designation to their Michigan driver's license or state ID card, providing an easy way to verify veteran status for discounts and services.
Eligibility: Veterans who served in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable or general (under honorable conditions) discharge.
Estimated value: No extra fee when added at first issuance or renewal
How to apply: Visit any Secretary of State office with acceptable proof of service (e.g., DD-214), or mail the Veteran Designation Application with documentation to the Department of State Renewal By Mail Unit.