New Standard License Plate The new general issue plate, called the "Lone Star Texas" plate, was selected by the public through an online e-Vote. It features seven characters and is the state's first digitally-produced, full-color general issue plate.

For more information, read our new general issue FAQs.

The design includes the Lone Star and colors of the Texas flag, along with the Davis mountain range. The new plate will be issued to new vehicle purchasers and to vehicle owners with license plates seven years or older.

Please note that TxDOT's license plate function will move to the new Department of Motor Vehicles on November 1, 2009.

Old General Issue Plate Standard License Plate

The familiar plate, first issued in 2000, will continue to be valid and will be phased out over the next several years. The last of these plates was manufactured in early 2009 and the design should be fully phased out by 2016.

The plate was the first in Texas to use three colors and the last to be stamped (raised letter) and use only six characters.

License Plate History

In 1999, the 80th anniversary of the first Texas license plate was commemorated with a book, the History of Texas License Plates.

Specialty License Plates

TxDMV offers several specialty license plates that specifically benefit charity and non-profit organizations. Most of these plates are only $30 and can be ordered through Texas Online.

Information for Sponsors

Organizations interested in partnering with TxDMV to sponsor a specialty license plate should read our FAQs, view our template and file an application.

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