PA PennDOT Form MV-904SP Volunteer Firefighter Plate

PA PennDOT Form MV-904SP Volunteer Firefighter Plate – Volunteer firefighters across Pennsylvania can show pride in their service with a distinctive special organization registration plate. The official form for this is PennDOT Form MV-904SP, titled “Application for Special Organization Registration Plate.” This guide explains everything U.S. residents in Pennsylvania need to know about obtaining the Volunteer Fire Fighter special organization plate using Form MV-904SP, based on current official PennDOT information.

What Is PennDOT Form MV-904SP?

Form MV-904SP (revised 5-25) is the official Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) application used to request special organization registration plates. These plates feature the organization’s emblem on the left side, a two-character stacked designation, five numbers, the organization’s name at the bottom, and “Pennsylvania” at the top. They are produced in the standard blue, white, and yellow color scheme that highlights Pennsylvania as the birthplace of America and includes the Liberty Bell design element.

For volunteer firefighters, this form covers both the general Volunteer Fire Fighter plate and plates issued through individual volunteer fire companies that participate in PennDOT’s Special Organization Plate Program.

Who Qualifies for a Volunteer Fire Fighter Special Organization Registration Plate?

To apply, you must be a member in good standing of a qualifying volunteer fire company or the Volunteer Fire Fighter organization. An authorized organization official must certify your membership on the form (except in the special direct-mail cases noted below).

Eligible vehicles include:

Passenger cars
Trucks with a registered gross weight of 14,000 pounds or less
Trailers
Motor homes
Motorcycles (only if the organization has an approved motorcycle plate design)

The vehicle must already be registered in Pennsylvania, and the applicant must be listed as the registered owner (or authorized lessee with the required supplemental form).

How to Complete and Submit Form MV-904SP?

The form contains five main sections:

Section A – Vehicle description and applicant information (must match your current registration card exactly)
Section B – Organization details (completed by the organization official)
Section C – Certification by the organization official that you are a member in good standing
Section D – Optional personalization request (up to five characters for standard plates; additional fee required)
Section E – Applicant signature and certification

Important exception for Volunteer Fire Fighter and Emergency Medical Services plates: Unlike most special organization plates, applications for Volunteer Fire Fighter and EMS plates may be mailed directly to PennDOT by the applicant. For all other special organization plates, the completed form must go through the organization official first.

Mail the completed application (with payment) to:

Bureau of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 68266
Harrisburg, PA 17106-8266

Allow 4–6 weeks for standard plate delivery. Personalized plates may take 8–10 weeks.

Current Fees for the Special Organization Registration Plate

According to the current Bureau of Motor Vehicles Schedule of Fees (Form MV-70S):

Special Organization Registration Plate issuance fee: $34.00
Additional fee to personalize the plate: $136.00 (total $170.00 with personalization)

Participating organizations may charge an additional initial fee (and, for organizations with more than 2,000 plates, a renewal fee). These organization fees are paid directly to the organization and are separate from the PennDOT fee. Always confirm the total amount with your fire company before submitting.

Make checks or money orders payable as directed on the form (usually to the organization or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania). Do not send cash. No refunds are issued once the order is placed.

Download the Official Form MV-904SP

Download the current official Form MV-904SP directly from PennDOT:

Download Pennsylvania PennDOT Form MV-904SP (PDF)

Always use the most recent version of the form. Older versions may be rejected.

Where to Find Approved Volunteer Fire Companies?

PennDOT maintains a list of approved special organizations. Many volunteer fire companies across the Commonwealth participate in the program. Contact your local volunteer fire company to request the form and confirm any organization-specific fees or requirements. You can also review the full list of approved special organizations on the official PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services website.

Official resources:

Additional Tips for a Successful Application

Double-check that all information matches your current vehicle registration card.
Include a street address (P.O. Box alone is not acceptable).
If the vehicle is leased, attach the required lessee information form.
After receiving your new plate, return the old plate to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles Return Tag Unit, P.O. Box 68597, Harrisburg, PA 17106-8597 to avoid potential citations.
If your plate is lost, stolen, or defaced, you generally must reapply with a new Form MV-904SP and fees. Immediate temporary replacement is available via Form MV-44.

Why Choose a Volunteer Fire Fighter Special Organization Plate?

These plates allow Pennsylvania volunteer firefighters to display their commitment to community service every time they drive. The distinctive design helps identify active members while supporting the long tradition of volunteer fire service that protects communities across the Commonwealth.

For the most up-to-date information, always refer to official PennDOT sources at www.pa.gov/dmv or call 717-412-5300 (TTY: 711).