Ham radio operators are among the groups who want to proudly display evidence of their hobby or specialty, and Arizona now has a license plate to allow them to do just that! And unlike any other specialty license plate, the numbers on this plate are actually the same as the operator’s Federal Communications Commission assigned call sign. How cool is that?! A sample of the plate, which sports a radio tower, is pictured above.
For obvious reasons, applicants must have a valid operator license from the FCC. A Special Plate Application must be filled out, and the operator’s FCC assigned call sign will be the actual numbers/letters displayed on their new plate. For this reason, the plates must be ordered, and they will be mailed out in about three weeks.
Can anyone purchase an Amateur Radio Operator plate?
No, only applicants with a valid operator license from the FCC are eligible to order these plates. Submission of a completed Special Plate Application (form #96-0143) is required.
What is the cost of the plate?
The cost is $25 initially. There is a $25 annual renewal fee.
When will I receive my new plate?
All Desert Title locations have applications for this plate, but because the plates are only available as personalized plates, with the letters/numbers being the same as the applicant’s/operator’s FCC assigned call sign, they must be ordered.
Can this plate be personalized?
The Amateur Radio Operator plate is only available as a personalized plate. The numbers/letters of the plate are the same as the applicant’s/operator’s FCC assigned call sign. The personalized Amateur Radio Operator plate will be mailed to you approximately three weeks after ordering.
How many plates are issued?
Two Amateur Radio Operator plates will be issued.
Can I get this plate with a disability symbol?
Yes. Your Amateur Radio Operator license plate with a disability symbol will be mailed to you approximately three weeks after ordering.
What do I do with my old plates?
You can send your old plates back to MVD or simply discard them.
I’m ready for an Amateur Radio Operator plate. What do I do now?
Just come into any Desert Title location, fill out your application, and we will quickly take care of you. There is no appointment needed.