Vehicle/DMV Benefits for Veterans in Virginia
2 Vehicle/DMV benefits for veterans in Virginia.
Motor Vehicle Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans
Veterans with a 100% service-connected, permanent and total disability rating are exempt from the motor vehicle sales and use tax on the purchase of one vehicle that is owned and used primarily by or for the qualifying veteran.
Eligibility: Veterans with a VA service-connected 100% total and permanent disability rating. Limited to one qualifying vehicle owned and used primarily by the veteran.
Estimated value: Waiver of the one-time motor vehicle sales and use tax on one vehicle
How to apply: Claim the exemption through the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles when titling the vehicle, with VA disability documentation.
Veteran Indicator and Military & Veteran License Plates
Veterans can add a "Veteran" indicator to their Virginia driver's license or ID card as easy proof of veteran status, and choose from dozens of military and veteran specialty license plates, including Disabled Veteran plates ($10 fee) and Purple Heart plates (one free set) for those who qualify.
Eligibility: Honorably discharged veterans for the veteran indicator and most specialty plates. Disabled Veteran and Purple Heart plates require the corresponding VA rating or award.
Estimated value: Disabled Veteran plates carry a $10 fee; only Purple Heart plates get one free set; low-cost veteran indicator
How to apply: Apply at a Virginia DMV customer service center or online with proof of veteran status or the qualifying award.