Florida HSMV Form 83390 Medical Tint Exemption

What Is Florida HSMV Form 83390?

Form HSMV 83390 is the official application used to request a medical exemption certificate for vehicle window sunscreening (tint). When approved, the certificate allows sunscreening material on the windshield, side windows, and windows behind the driver that would otherwise violate the requirements of Florida Statutes 316.2951 through 316.2957.

The exemption is authorized by Florida Statute 316.29545. The resulting medical exemption certificate (Form HSMV 83391) is issued to the registered vehicle owner and must be carried in the vehicle at all times.

Download the official form here: Florida HSMV Form 83390 – Application for Sunscreening Medical Exemption (PDF)

Who Qualifies for a Sunscreening Medical Exemption in Florida?

Under Florida law, the department issues medical exemption certificates to persons afflicted with:

• Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
• Any autoimmune disease
• Other medical conditions that require a limited exposure to light

The official form specifically lists these conditions that require limited light exposure in addition to Lupus:

• Dermatomyositis
• Albinism
• Total or Facial Vitiligo
• Xeroderma Pigmentosum
• Other Autoimmune Disease or other medical condition which requires a limited exposure to light

FLHSMV consults with the Medical Advisory Board (established under s. 322.125) for guidance on qualifying conditions. A licensed medical professional must certify that the applicant’s condition requires limited light exposure.

The person with the medical condition does not have to be the registered owner of the vehicle. For example, a parent may apply for a vehicle used to transport a child with a qualifying condition.

Who Can Complete the Physician’s Statement of Certification?

The certification section of Form HSMV 83390 must be completed and signed by one of the following:

• Physician or physician assistant licensed to practice under Chapters 458, 459, or 460, Florida Statutes
• Dermatologist licensed under Chapter 458 or 459, Florida Statutes
• Physician who practices medicine in a military medical facility, state hospital, or federal prison (must indicate the facility and address)
• Adjudication Office of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or the U.S. Veterans Administration
• Advanced practice registered nurse practitioner licensed under Chapter 464 under the protocol of a licensed physician

The form requires the certifying authority’s printed name, certification or license number, business address, telephone number, and original signature under penalties of perjury.

How to Complete Florida Form HSMV 83390

The form is divided into clear sections:

1. Application Type – Check Original, Duplicate, or Lost-in-Transit.
2. Section 1: Registrant Information – Full name as it appears on the Florida driver license or ID, mailing and residential addresses, phone, email (optional), sex, date of birth, and FL DL/ID or FEID number.
3. Section 2: Applicant with Medical Condition – Full printed name of the person with the medical condition (may differ from the registrant). The applicant certifies the qualifying condition and signs under penalties of perjury.
4. Section 3: Vehicle(s) – Title number, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), year, and make for each vehicle to be equipped with sunscreening material. Fees apply per vehicle.
5. Section 4: Physician’s Statement of Certification – Completed by a qualified medical professional as listed above. Diagnosis must be provided if “other” is selected.

Print or type all information clearly. Incomplete or inaccurate forms may be rejected.

Required Documentation and Fees

For an original application, submit:

• Completed Form HSMV 83390 with the Physician’s Statement of Certification
• Photocopy of a current Florida driver license or Florida identification card (or other acceptable identification such as a valid out-of-state DL/ID, passport, or Canadian credentials as allowed by current procedure)
• Fee of $6.45 per vehicle (current fee as of the May 2025 FLHSMV procedure revision)

For a duplicate (lost or destroyed certificate): Check the “Duplicate” box. The Physician’s Statement is not required. Fee is $6.45 per vehicle.

For a lost-in-transit replacement: Check the “Lost-in-Transit” box. No fee if the application is submitted within 180 days of the original issue date. Physician’s Statement is not required.

Once a Physician’s Statement of Certification is on file, it is not required again for additional vehicles or subsequent applications for the same person.

Where and How to Submit Form 83390?

Mail the completed application, identification copy, and payment to:

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Bureau of Motorist Compliance
2900 Apalachee Parkway, Mail Stop 97
Tallahassee, FL 32399

FLHSMV processes all sunscreening medical exemption transactions. Applications are not typically processed at local tax collector offices for final issuance of the certificate, although local offices may provide the form or general guidance.

Make checks or money orders payable as directed on the current form or accompanying instructions. Confirm the exact payment method with the official form.

What Happens After Approval?

Upon approval, FLHSMV issues the Sunscreening Medical Exemption Certificate (HSMV 83391). Key points include:

• The certificate is issued in the name of the registered vehicle owner.
• It is non-transferable and becomes null and void upon the sale or transfer of the vehicle identified on the certificate.
• There is no expiration date while the vehicle remains under the same ownership and the medical need continues.
• The certificate (or a copy) must be kept in the vehicle and presented to law enforcement upon request.
• Only one certificate may be issued per motor vehicle. Additional vehicles require separate fees.
• The registered owner is responsible for removing the sunscreening material before selling or transferring the vehicle.

If the registered owner operates a company vehicle, written permission on company letterhead is required authorizing the placement of sun screening material.

Important Legal Notes

Providing false information on Form HSMV 83390 is subject to penalties of perjury under Florida law. The exemption specifically authorizes sunscreening that would otherwise violate standard tint restrictions on the windshield, side windows, and rear windows.

Standard Florida window tint limits (without exemption) generally require front side windows to allow more than 28% visible light transmission, with different rules for rear windows depending on vehicle type. The medical exemption overrides these limits for qualifying applicants.

Always verify the most current form version, fees, and mailing address on the official FLHSMV Forms page or the direct Form 83390 PDF, as procedures and fees can be updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the certificate expire?
No. A medical exemption certificate has no expiration date and remains valid for the identified vehicle as long as ownership does not change.

Can I apply for more than one vehicle?
Yes. List multiple vehicles on the form or submit additional applications. Fees apply for each vehicle. A new Physician’s Statement is not required once one is on file.

What if my certificate is lost?
Submit a new Form 83390 checking “Duplicate.” The fee is $6.45 per vehicle. If it was lost in the mail within 180 days of issuance, check “Lost-in-Transit” for a free replacement.

Is a Florida driver license required?
The vehicle must be titled and registered in Florida. Acceptable identification includes a Florida DL/ID or other forms listed in the current FLHSMV procedure (such as out-of-state credentials or passport in certain cases).

Where can I get help?
Contact FLHSMV through the official website or review the full procedure manual for sunscreening medical exemption certificates. Local tax collector offices can often provide the form or basic assistance.