PennDOT MV-150FA: Allied Foreign Country Veteran Plate – Pennsylvania residents who served in the military of a foreign country that allied with the United States during a military conflict can honor their service with a special registration plate. The official application is PennDOT Form MV-150FA, titled “Application for Veterans of an Allied Foreign Country Registration Plate (LG).” This guide explains eligibility, the application process, fees, vehicle restrictions, and how to download the current form so you can apply correctly and avoid delays.
What Is the Veterans of an Allied Foreign Country Registration Plate?
Authorized under Section 1369.3 of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code (Title 75), this specialty plate recognizes individuals who were citizens of a foreign nation that fought alongside the United States and who served in that nation’s military forces during the conflict. The plate features the standard Pennsylvania registration plate colors of blue, white, and yellow along with an emblem and the words “Veterans of an Allied Foreign Country.”
It is one of many military-themed plates offered by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Unlike most U.S. military plates that require a DD-214, this plate relies primarily on the applicant’s self-certification.
Who Is Eligible for Form MV-150FA?
You may apply if you meet all of the following criteria:
- You were a citizen of a foreign country that allied with the United States in a military conflict.
- You are a veteran of a military branch of that foreign country and served during the conflict.
- The vehicle is owned or co-owned by you.
- The vehicle is a passenger car or truck with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds.
Motorcycles, motor homes, and trailers do not qualify. The plate cannot be issued with a Persons with Disability symbol. Misrepresentation can result in cancellation of the plate and is a third-degree misdemeanor under 18 Pa.C.S. § 4904(b), punishable by a fine up to $2,500 and/or imprisonment up to one year.
How to Download PennDOT Form MV-150FA?
The current version of the form (MV-150FA, revised 1-26) is available as a free PDF directly from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:
Download PennDOT Form MV-150FA (PDF)
Always download the latest version from the official PennDOT website to ensure you have the most current instructions and fee references.
Required Information and Sections on Form MV-150FA
The form is relatively straightforward and consists of several sections:
- Section A – Applicant Information: Name, address, Pennsylvania driver’s license or photo ID number, date of birth, and telephone number for the owner and any co-owner.
- Section B – Military Information: Branch of service of the allied foreign country.
- Section C – Vehicle Information: Title number, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), current registration plate number, expiration date, and registered gross weight (if applicable).
- Section D – Optional Personalization: Request up to five letters or numbers (one hyphen or space permitted). The letters “VA” are pre-printed and cannot be changed.
- Section E – Applicant Self-Certification and Signature: You must certify under penalty of law that you meet the eligibility requirements and sign and date the form. Co-owners must also sign.
No supporting military discharge documents (such as a foreign equivalent of a DD-214) are required beyond the signed certification, although PennDOT reserves the right to request additional documentation.
Fees for the Veterans of an Allied Foreign Country Plate
An additional fee is required beyond the standard vehicle registration fee. The original statutory fee under 75 Pa.C.S. § 1369.3 was $20, but PennDOT periodically adjusts specialty plate fees. Always consult the current Form MV-70S, Bureau of Motor Vehicles Schedule of Fees for the exact amount due at the time of application.
Additional costs may include:
- Personalization fee (if requested).
- Duplicate registration cards ($2 each).
- Registration renewal fee if your current registration is expired or expiring soon (submit Form MV-140 or your renewal notice).
Payment must be made by check or money order payable to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Do not send cash. No refund is issued if you cancel the request after the plate has been ordered or issued.
How to Complete and Submit Form MV-150FA
- Download and print the current Form MV-150FA.
- Complete all applicable sections clearly in ink or type.
- If personalizing the plate, list up to three choices and check availability on the PennDOT website under Vehicle Services → Registration Plates → Personalized Registration Plates.
- If renewing registration at the same time, attach Form MV-140 (or your renewal form) and the appropriate registration fee.
- Make one check or money order for the total amount due.
- Mail the completed application, payment, and any supporting forms to:
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 67900
Harrisburg, PA 17106-7900
Allow several weeks for processing. Personalized plates typically take 8–10 weeks for delivery. Once the new plate arrives, return your old plate to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Return Tag Unit, P.O. Box 68597, Harrisburg, PA 17106-8597 to avoid potential citations.
Important Restrictions and Notes
- The plate is available only for passenger cars and trucks with a registered gross weight of 14,000 pounds or less.
- It is issued in sequential number order unless personalized.
- Telephone numbers provided on the form are kept confidential and used only if there is a problem with the application.
- If your plate is lost, stolen, or defaced, use Form MV-44. For an illegible plate, use Form MV-46 for a free replacement under certain conditions.
- For the most up-to-date information on all military registration plates, refer to the official U.S. Military Registration Plates Fact Sheet (PDF).
Where to Find Additional Help?
Visit the official PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services website at www.pa.gov/dmv for forms, fee schedules, and online services. You may also call 717-412-5300 (TTY callers dial 711). For broader veterans’ benefits and resources in Pennsylvania, register with the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Veterans Registry.