Florida HSMV Form 83039 – Disabled Parking Permit Guide

What Is Florida HSMV Form 83039?

Form HSMV 83039 is the official “Application for Disabled Person Parking Permit” issued by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. It must be completed by the applicant (or legal guardian) and certified by an authorized medical professional.

The form is required for:

• New permanent or temporary disabled person parking permits
• Renewals of existing permits
• Replacements of lost or stolen permits

You can download the current version of the form directly from the official FLHSMV website:

Download Florida HSMV Form 83039 (PDF)

Who Qualifies for a Florida Disabled Person Parking Permit?

Eligibility is defined in Section 320.0848, Florida Statutes. A person must be currently certified as legally blind or as having a disability that limits or impairs the ability to walk 200 feet without stopping to rest due to one of the following conditions:

• Inability to walk without the use of or assistance from a brace, cane, crutch, prosthetic device, or other assistive device (or without assistance from another person)
• The need to permanently use a wheelchair
• Restriction by lung disease (forced expiratory volume less than one liter or arterial oxygen less than 60 mm/hg on room air at rest)
• Use of portable oxygen
• Restriction by cardiac condition classified as Class III or Class IV by American Heart Association standards
• Severe limitation in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic condition
• Legal blindness (certified by an optometrist)

Both long-term (permanent) and short-term (temporary) mobility impairments qualify.

Permanent vs. Temporary Disabled Parking Permits

Permanent Permit (Blue)

• Issued to persons with long-term mobility impairments or who are legally blind
• Valid for four years
• Expires on the permit holder’s birthday
• No fee for issuance or renewal

Temporary Permit (Red)

• Issued for short-term mobility impairments
• Valid for up to six months as specified by the certifying medical authority
• $15 fee
• If a second temporary permit is needed within 12 months of the first, no additional fee is charged

An additional permit may be issued to individuals who certify they are frequent travelers or are quadriplegic. Organizations that regularly transport disabled persons may also apply for permits equal to the number of vehicles used for that purpose.

Who Can Certify the Application?

Only authorized medical professionals may complete the “Physician/Certifying Practitioner’s Statement of Certification” section of Form 83039. Acceptable certifying authorities include:

• Physician licensed under Chapter 458 (medical practice), Chapter 459 (osteopathic medicine), or Chapter 460 (chiropractic medicine)
• Podiatric physician licensed under Chapter 461
• Optometrist licensed under Chapter 463 (for sight impairments only)
• Advanced practice registered nurse licensed under Chapter 464, under the protocol of a licensed physician
• Physician assistant licensed under Chapter 458 or Chapter 459
• A similarly licensed physician from another state (must include documentation of licensure and a statement verifying knowledge of Florida’s eligibility guidelines)

The certifying authority’s signature must be dated within 12 months of the date the application is submitted.

How to Apply for a Florida Disabled Person Parking Permit?

1. Download and print the current Form HSMV 83039: https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/83039.pdf
2. Complete the applicant section (name, date of birth, address, Florida driver license or ID number, etc.).
3. Have an authorized medical professional complete and sign the certification section.
4. Gather required documents:
   • Completed and signed Form HSMV 83039
   • Valid Florida driver license or Florida identification card (or a special exception certified on the form)
   • Payment of $15 if applying for a temporary permit
5. Submit the application in person or by mail to your local county tax collector’s office or license plate agency. Find your local office at the FLHSMV locations page.

Some counties accept applications by mail or fax from the certifying physician’s office. Check with your local tax collector for specific procedures.

Renewing a Disabled Person Parking Permit

Permanent permits must be renewed every four years by the permit holder’s birthday. To renew:

• Submit a new Form HSMV 83039 signed by a certifying medical authority within the last 12 months
• Provide a copy of the registration for the expiring permit (when required)

Veterans previously certified as permanently and totally disabled by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs may submit VA Form Letter 27-333 (or equivalent) issued within the last 12 months in lieu of a new medical certification for renewals and replacements.

Online renewal options may be available through the MyDMV Portal if a current Form 83039 is already on file.

Replacing a Lost or Stolen Permit

If your permit is lost or stolen, you must submit:

• A new Form HSMV 83039 (if more than 12 months have passed since the original certification)
• Form HSMV 83146 – Application for Replacement License Plate, Validation Decal or Parking Permit

There is no fee for replacing a permanent permit.

Rules for Using a Florida Disabled Parking Permit

• The permit may only be used by the person to whom it was issued (or for transporting that person).
• Hang the permit from the rear-view mirror so the permit number is visible from the front of the vehicle when parked.
• Remove the permit from the mirror when the vehicle is in motion.
• The permit holder must have their Florida driver license or ID card available when using the permit.
• A valid yellow registration decal must be attached to both sides of the permit.

Misuse of a disabled parking permit is a serious violation under Florida law and can result in fines and other penalties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a fee for a permanent disabled parking permit?
No. Permanent permits are issued and renewed free of charge. Temporary permits cost $15.

Can out-of-state residents get a Florida temporary permit?
Yes, under certain conditions. Domestic and international visitors can apply using Form 83039 with proper certification. Contact your local tax collector for details.

Can I get a second permit?
Yes. An additional permit may be issued to frequent travelers or individuals certified as quadriplegic.

Where do I submit the form?
Submit completed applications to your local county tax collector’s office or license plate agency. Do not mail the form to FLHSMV headquarters unless specifically instructed.

Official Resources and Download Link

Always use the most current version of the form available from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:

Official Form Download:
https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/83039.pdf

Official FLHSMV Disabled Parking Permit Information:
https://www.flhsmv.gov/motor-vehicles-tags-titles/disabled-person-parking-permits/

Find Your Local Tax Collector or License Plate Agency:
https://www.flhsmv.gov/locations/

Florida Statute 320.0848:
View the full statute