How do I order personalized plates and vanity plates in Michigan? Michigan

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While you apply for personalized plates or vanity plates at a SOS branch office, it's best to try out your combination of letters and numbers online before making the trip. This allows you to see if your combination is available, and saves you from disappointment later. (Of course, even if your combination is available online, it still has to be approved by SOS officials.)

Determining What to Say on Your Personalized Plate

To test your combination, go to the "Plate It Your Way" section of the SOS site. Select the type of plate you want, and then follow the instructions provided to chose your combination. You can't reserve your combination online; the system only permits you to see what's available.

The exact number of characters you can use depends on your choice of license plates. But, you can use spaces in your combination.

Ordering Your Vanity Plate

Once you've determined your combination, go to a SOS branch and complete the custom license plate application. If your combination gets final approval from the SOS, you'll receive your custom plate in the mail within three weeks.

It costs $30 to personalize a plate for 12 months, plus your usual vehicle registration fees. After that, it's $15 every year, plus your renewal fees. You can personalize a plate for a car that's already registered for a pro-rated fee.

MI Specialty Plates Available

Of course, you can order plates with different backgrounds, too. These plates feature Michigan universities, as well as special causes. See the SOS License Plate store for prices and ordering details.

Additional License Plate Information

Confused by all your license plate options? Need some clarification on a personalized plate issue?

Call the SOS at (888) SOS-MICH or (888) 767-6424 for more information.

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