VR-210: Maryland MVA Disability Parking Placard Application

Two types of placards are available: Temporary Placards (red), which are valid for a period of up to 6 months; and Permanent Parking Placards (blue), which are valid until the death of the disabled individual.

An individual with a permanent disability may apply for: One placard, or One regular disability plate, or One placard and one regular disability plate, or Two placards. In addition, up to two motorcycle disability plates can be requested with any combination listed.

An individual with a Temporary disability may apply for: One or two temporary placards.

An applicant may request a parking placard, license plate and motorcycle plates at the same time.

Parking Placard - Complete Section A. License Plates or Motorcycle Plates - Complete Sections A & B. An approved medical provider needs to complete Section C.

You certify the statements made herein are true and correct to the best of your knowledge, information and belief. You understand it is illegal for anyone to park in any parking space designated for a person with a disability, other than an individual who has submitted and obtained a certification from the MVA, that authorizes the use of a designated parking space. You also understand that the individual who has been certified to have a disability must have a current disability certification card in his or her possession when using a disability placard or plate.

I further understand that applying for a disability placard or plate and by execution of this authorization, I give permission to my doctor to release to the Motor Vehicle Administration all medical information relative to the qualification requirements that established my eligibility to obtain the disability placard or plate. Additionally, I agree to release the MVA from any and all liability that may arise from the collection and storage of medical information, in the procurement of this application. This authorization will not expire unless all disability placards and plates in my possession are expired or I have returned all placards and plates for cancellation.

You may only request a disability plate or motorcycle plate(s) if the vehicle is titled in the name of the individual with a disability.

B. Vehicle Owner Information (for plates only) - By signing, I certify that I understand that my vehicle may be parked in a parking space reserved for a disabled person only when the individual named is present and in possession of a current Disability Certification Card.

Please note if your patient has a temporary disability, you should only recommend a temporary placard for a period of 1-6 months. If an extension is required, your patient can apply for an additional period of disability, for up to six months. This will require the approval of the appropriate clinician. A permanent disability status should be reserved for conditions that will not improve.

For temporary placards, Disability Code 10 is to be used. Temporary Placard - Disability is not permanent but would substantially impair the person's mobility or limit or impair the person's ability to walk for at least three weeks, and is so severe that the person would endure a hardship or be subject to risk of injury if the Temporary Permit was denied.

A licensed physician, licensed nurse practitioner or licensed physician's assistant may certify all qualifying conditions listed.

A licensed chiropractor, licensed podiatrist or licensed physical therapist may certify disability codes 3 through 8, and 10.

A licensed optometrist may certify only qualifying conditions regarding vision.

For a replacement placard, only complete section A. For replacement plates, complete sections A & B.

Reserved for use by veterans with 100% disability. The Veterans Administration has certified by letter that the applicant has a 100% service connected disability. A letter from the Veterans Administration indicating the disability percentage must be submitted with this form.

The person with a disability may self-certify the conditions listed under Disability Code 6 by appearing in person with proper identification. In this situation, only the disabled person's name and Disability Code must be recorded. If, however, a doctor certifies the loss of a limb, the doctor must complete all of Section C. A doctor's certification may not be required if the individual has a disability that meets the definition of code 6 or V.

If someone other than the applicant submits the application for Disability Plates or Placards they must provide a state issued ID.

There is not a fee for the placard(s). A request for a disability plate and/or motorcycle plate requires the assessment of the substitute/replacement tag fee. Please submit your completed application along with the appropriate $40.00 fee. (checked October 20, 2026) If requesting a disability plate and/or motorcycle plate(s) and it's time to renew your vehicle registration, the registration fee is also required.

Upload this form to the online services portal at: https://mymva.maryland.gov/TAP/IND/?Link=Disability for quickest processing of your disability placard. Applications may also be mailed with the appropriate fees to the Motor Vehicle Administration, 6601 Ritchie Highway N.E., Glen Burnie, Maryland 21062 Attn: Disability Unit.