How to Get a Personalized License Plate in Kentucky

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to the Kentucky Motor Vehicle Licensing System website at http://drive.ky.gov/motor-vehicle-licensing/Pages/default.aspx.

   Note that plate designs that do not have the "Personalize This Plate" box at the top of the page cannot be personalized. , Review the acceptable license plate formats by following the link in the right-hand column.
   
   Choose a Lookup Option.
   
   You can select an exact or partial match.
   
   Click on the gray "Check Plate Availability" box.
   
   Read the Disclaimer information under the display of your personalized license plate once availability has been established. ,, Check the appropriate box for vehicle type beside "Passenger" or "Motorcycle." Indicate that this is a First Time Application by marking the box provided.
   
   Print your name and address.
   
   Write in up to 4 choices for your personalized license plate if you have not or are unable to check for availability online.
   
   Sign the application. ,, Pick up your personalized license plate from your County Clerk's office upon notification that the plate is complete. ,
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   Step 2: Follow the "Review Plates" link.

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   Step 3: Select a plate design.

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   Step 4: Click on the "Personalize This Plate" box at the top of the page.

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   Step 5: Use the online plate availability system to check whether your personalized plate idea has been used

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   Step 6: by entering your personalized license plate choice in the space provided.

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   Step 7: Visit a local County Clerk's office to apply for your personalized license plate after you have found an available choice.

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   Step 8: Fill out the application.

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   Step 9: Pay the $25 fee to apply for a personalized license plate in Kentucky in addition to regular registration fees.

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    Step 10: Wait 4 to 6 weeks to receive your personalized license plate.

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    Step 11: Renew your registration annually and pay the standard registration fee in addition to the personalized fee to maintain your personalized license plates.

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