Find out whether the Washington DC personalized plate you want is open, and get a message the second a
taken one frees up - no more typing it into the DMV site every week.
Every Washington DC check goes to the DC DMV personalized tag request, around the clock. That's Washington DC's own official lookup, so the answer is the state's answer at the moment we checked.
Washington DC vanity plate rules
Up to 7 characters.
Washington DC's lookup also flags plates the state won't allow, so we can tell you when a plate is rejected rather than just taken.
Every state also reviews requests for offensive or misleading plates, and can refuse one even if it shows as open.
Get alerted when a Washington DC plate opens
Plates come back when people let them go. Instead of checking by hand, add the plate to your watch list, or set a
snipe like "any 3-letter Washington DC plate", and we'll message you on Discord the moment one opens.
Order it from Washington DC on the official ordering page. You'll usually need your current registration details.
Pay the personalized plate fee. It's on top of normal registration - check the official page for the current amount.
Wait for review. Washington DC reviews every request, then makes and sends the plates.
We don't sell or reserve plates - you order directly from the state.
Full step-by-step guide.
Washington DC vanity plate FAQ
How do I check if a Washington DC vanity plate is available?
Type the plate into License Plate Scan's dashboard or our Discord bot. We check the DC DMV personalized tag request and tell you if it's open, taken, or not allowed.
How long can a Washington DC vanity plate be?
Up to 7 characters.
Can I get an alert when a taken Washington DC plate opens up?
Yes. Add it to your watch list or set a snipe, and we'll message you on Discord the moment it shows as open.
Does an open result guarantee I'll get the plate?
No. Washington DC reviews every request when you order, and availability can change at any time. Order soon after it opens, and confirm with the DMV.