When application is made for replacement plate(s), you will be issued one Replacement Plate Permit. This permit serves as proof of valid
registration until you receive the replacement plate(s). The permit is to be displayed on the back windshield of your motor vehicle unless it
is an autocycle, motorcycle, motortricycle, or trailer. Please carry the validated application receipt with you as proof of valid registration until
you receive your replacement plate(s) or tab(s).
If only one plate is replaced, it must be attached to the rear of the vehicle. A replacement plate for a CMV must be attached to the front of
the vehicle.
FEE TYPES
TABS EMBOSSED PLATES FLAT PLATES
SPECIALTY
PERSONALIZED
and STOCK PLATES
Per Tab or Set Per Plate Per Set Per Plate Per Set
Replacement $8.50 $8.50 $17.00 $8.50 $17.00 $8.50
Processing $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00
Any person replacing stolen license plates or tabs may receive up to two sets of license plates or tabs per year at no cost,
a processing fee will still apply.
Second Plate Only - Any owner of a commercial motor vehicle whose vehicle is licensed as farm, local or beyond local in excess of 12,000
lbs., or an owner of a commercial bus may be issued a second license plate. The second license plate will bear the same conguration as
the initial license plate and contain a number “2” sticker in the upper right hand corner. The rst plate must be attached to the front of the
vehicle and the second plate, with the “2” sticker, must be placed on the rear of the vehicle. No notarization is required for optional second
plate CMV.
FEE TYPES EMBOSSED PLATES FLAT PLATES
SPECIALTY PERSONALIZED
and STOCK PLATES
Second Plate $8.50 $8.50 $8.50
Processing $6.00 $6.00 $6.00
Note: License Ofce notary service - $2.00
All payments by check must:
1. Be payable to Missouri Department of Revenue.
2. Be pre-printed with the check writer’s name, address, bank code, and account number.
3. Include the check writer’s driver license or nondriver license number, date of birth, and daytime telephone number.
Note: The Missouri Department of Revenue may electronically resubmit checks returned for insufcient or uncollected funds. Other
restrictions may apply.
Vehicle owners can obtain replacement plate(s) or tab(s) in instances when the original has been lost, stolen, mutilated, destroyed, or
never received.
Refer to warning at the top of form. (301.420 RSMo)
• Ensure replacement plate(s) or tab(s) are necessary. Refunds will not be granted after the manufacture of replacement plates.
• If the original is found after application is made, the original becomes null and void and must be surrendered immediately to the Missouri
Department of Revenue.
1. Your name must match the name as it appears on your certicate of title or registration receipt or this application will be rejected.
2. Enter your current address and telephone number where you may be reached during normal business hours.
3. Complete all vehicle information blocks.
4. For truck or bus plates, enter zone and weight or seating capacity.
5. Enter current license plate(s) or tab(s) number and expiration month and year.
6. If applying for replacement plates or tabs, indicate the number of plate(s) you need to replace. If replacing tabs only, mark the
“Tabs Only” block.
7. Indicate the reason required.
8. The application must be signed in the presence of a Notary Public. NOTE: A notary is not required if applying for an optional second
plate Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV).
Form 1576 (Revised 12-2020)
Mail to: Motor Vehicle Bureau Phone: (573) 526-3669
P.O. Box 100 E-mail: mvbmail@dor.mo.gov
Jefferson City, MO 65105-0100
Visit http://dor.mo.gov/motorv/
for additional information.
Applicant Instructions - Please Read CarefullyReplacement Plate(s) and Tab(s) - Special Instructions
