Chesapeake Bay Plates
SERVICE ALERT: The Baltimore City West VEIP Self-Service Kiosk will be unavailable on Thursday, September 17 from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
During this time, customers may utilize the full-service Baltimore City, West Vehicle Emissions Testing station, which will remain open at: 1411 S. Edgewood Street, Halethorpe, MD 21227.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
How to apply
Apply online via myMVA
Apply by mail - Complete and sign application VR-302.
A separate application and fee are needed for each set of plates.
Mail the completed application and a check or money order to the MVA and the plates will be mailed to you.
(Please note: Plates have an additional yearly renewal fee.)
How to apply
- Apply online via myMVA
- Apply by mail - Complete and sign application VR-302.
- A separate application and fee are needed for each set of plates.
- Mail the completed application and a check or money order to the MVA and the plates will be mailed to you. (Please note: Plates have an additional yearly renewal fee.)
Eligible vehicles
- Class A (passenger cars)
- Class M (multi-purpose vehicles)
- Class EPO (trucks 10,000 lbs or less)
- Class G (non-freight trailers)
Fees
Specialty license plate fees are additional charges assessed on top of the standard vehicle registration or registration renewal fees.
Initial fees
$25 Upgrade fee
$40 Substitute plate fee (applies only if changing from a standard plate to this plate)
Annual fee
$12.50 (benefits the Chesapeake Bay Trust)
License types & customizations
- Personalization available
- Disability available