License Plate Pre-sale Voucher FAQ

Voucher Redemption & Fees

• Redeeming a voucher requires a license plate replacement fee of $36.90, as mandated by Florida laws, in addition to the previously paid voucher fee.
• If a motorist has a two-year registration, the fee may be $66.90, depending on the remaining duration.
• If registration renewal occurs at the same time as voucher redemption, the replacement fee will be added to the renewal.
• Motorists must bring proof of Florida insurance when redeeming their voucher.
• If a motorist does not have a voucher, the total fee will be $30 specialty plate fee + $36.90 replacement fee = $66.90.

🔹 Source of Information: License Plate Voucher Redemption - Tax Collector of Escambia County

What is a Voucher?

Upon the Florida Legislature’s approval of any new specialty license plate, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) requires the sale of 3,000 pre-sale vouchers before the new plate can be produced and distributed.

• Once 3,000 vouchers are sold, license plates are printed and delivered to Florida Tax Collector Offices.
• Production time: 4-5 months after reaching the sales threshold.
• Customers have one year to redeem their voucher or purchase a plate outright.
• Who can buy the plate?
  
  • Vouchers: Any person with a voucher can purchase the plate.
  • No voucher? You can still buy the plate outright.
• Annual renewals:
  
  • The plate must maintain 3,000 active registrations per year to stay in production.
  • If the plate falls below 3,000, it enters a one-year probation period and may be discontinued.
  • If renewals exceed 3,000 during probation, the plate remains in circulation.

Redeeming Pre-Sale Vouchers

I purchased a pre-sale voucher. Can I redeem it for a license plate?

Yes. A pre-sale voucher is assigned to a person. Once redeemed, the license plate is assigned to a vehicle and cannot be kept as a souvenir.

• Some supporters purchased vouchers only to support Hatzalah South Florida Emergency Medical Services (HSF EMS) without intending to display the plate.
• HSF EMS received $75,000 from pre-sale vouchers to meet the 3,000-pre-sale requirement.
• Some customers may never redeem their voucher, but their purchase still contributed to launching the plate.

I ordered a plate. Can I keep it as a souvenir?

No. Once redeemed, the license plate must be assigned to a vehicle. You must replace your current plate with the new one.

Pre-Sale Period & Refunds

Is the pre-sale time period for vouchers still open?

❌ No. The pre-sale period ended on October 14, 2024, after reaching 3,000 pre-sales.

Are pre-sale vouchers refundable or transferable?

❌ No. Once the pre-sale requirement was met, refunds and transfers are not available.

Additional Fees & Ordering

Will there be additional fees when the plate is manufactured?

✅ Most likely. The voucher covers the first year’s specialty plate fee once available at tax collector offices.
✅ If your plate is not due for a mandatory replacement (every 10 years), you may need to pay $28.00 - $36.90 to replace it.
✅ These fees do not cover annual registration renewals.

Is the order link for Escambia residents only?

❌ No. Any Florida motorist can use the site.
✅ If gifting a voucher, the recipient must have a Florida driver’s license or vehicle registration.

Do customers need proof of voucher purchase?

✅ No. Vouchers are electronically attached to driver records in Florida’s registration system.
✅ Customers can redeem their voucher at any tax collector’s office without a receipt.

Personalized Plates & Vehicle Eligibility

How do personalized plates work?

✅ Personalized plates are available through any tax collector’s office.
✅ FSWI is a "side design" plate and limited to five characters.
📩 For personalized plate inquiries: ectc@EscambiaTaxCollector.com

Which vehicles are eligible for a Florida Stands with Israel specialty plate?

✅ Eligible Vehicles:

• Automobiles
• Leased cars
• Light trucks
• Small/heavy trucks (under 7,999 GVW)
• Trailers, utility trailers
• RVs & motorhomes

❌ Not Eligible:

• Vehicles registered under the International Registration Plan
• Commercial trucks requiring two license plates
• Truck tractors

Dealer & Fleet Orders

Dealer Plates

📌 Process for obtaining dealer plates (see pdf here)

• Dealers must cover all standard and specialty plate fees.
• License plates are manufactured after paperwork is submitted to FLHSMV and the county.
• The DLR designation will be stacked to the right of the plate image.

Fleet Companies

✅ Fleet companies can order fleet specialty plates instead of standard fleet plates.
📌 Process is the same as dealer plates.

Motorcycles & Business Orders

Can vouchers be purchased for motorcycles?

❌ Not at this time.
🚀 FSWI is working to introduce a motorcycle-sized plate.

Can businesses buy multiple plates for their fleet?

✅ Yes. Businesses can purchase a voucher for each vehicle or trailer.
💡 Tax Deduction: Depending on tax status, businesses may be able to deduct all or part of the fees.

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