Is DEAR available as a vanity plate?

DEAR is open in 7 of the 19 states where we checked it on the official DMV site: Hawaii, Louisiana, Minnesota, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Washington.

DEAR in every state we check

"Since" is when we first saw the current status. States not listed haven't been checked for DEAR yet, or we don't cover them - see all states.

Has any state refused DEAR?

We haven't seen any state refuse DEAR. That's a good sign - but every state reviews requests, so it can still be turned down.

Worried about rejection? The dashboard's rejection risk check reads a plate the way DMV reviewers do. See plates states have rejected.

Want DEAR where it's taken?

Plates come back when owners let them go. Watch DEAR free and we'll tell you the moment it opens in your state.

DEAR vanity plate FAQ

Is DEAR available as a vanity plate?

At our latest checks, DEAR was open in 7 of 19 states we check on official DMV sites (Hawaii, Louisiana, Minnesota, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Washington). Availability changes, so check it again before you order.

Can I get an alert when DEAR opens up?

Yes. Add DEAR to your watch list in the VanityPlate dashboard and we'll message you the moment a state shows it as open.

How do I get a DEAR license plate?

Order it from your state's DMV. Check that DEAR is open in your state, make sure it fits the state's rules, then order and pay the personalized plate fee. Every state reviews requests before making the plate.

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