NJ Form SPU-100-C: License Plate Remanufacture Guide

What Is New Jersey Form SPU-100-C?

Form SPU-100-C is the official NJ MVC application used to convert a current personalized or courtesy plate message onto a dedicated specialty plate design, or to switch from one dedicated design to another while keeping the same message (up to five characters including letters, numbers, and spaces).

The form is revised as SP-100C (R7/25). It is listed on the official NJ MVC Forms page as “SPU-100-C Application For Remanufacture Of License Plates.”

Download the official form here: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/pdf/vehicles/SP100C.pdf.

You can also find it on the NJ MVC Forms page: https://nj.gov/mvc/about/forms.htm.

Purpose of Form SPU-100-C

According to the official form language from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission:

• Convert your current personalized or courtesy plate message onto a dedicated specialty plate design.
• Switch from one dedicated specialty design to another while retaining your existing message.

A maximum of five (5) spaces is allowed for any Personalized/Courtesy message with a design. This includes letters, numbers, and spaces.

This form is specifically for remanufacturing onto available dedicated specialty designs. It is not the form used for simple replacement of damaged, lost, or stolen plates with the same number and design (that is typically Form SPU-89).

Available Dedicated Specialty Plate Designs

The form references the specialty designs currently available through NJ MVC. Common dedicated (special interest) plates include:

• Organ Donor
• Law Enforcement Memorial
• Animal Friendly
• Agriculture
• Meadowlands
• Deborah Heart & Lung
• Liberty State Park
• Treasure Our Trees
• Pinelands
• United We Stand
• Discover NJ History
• Baymen’s Heritage
• Conquer Cancer
• USS New Jersey Battleship
• Olympic Spirit
• Shore to Please
• Conserve Wildlife

For the most current list and descriptions, visit the official dedicated plates page: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/vehicles/dedicated.htm.

Who Should Use Form SPU-100-C?

Use this form if you:

• Already have a personalized or courtesy plate and want the same message on a dedicated specialty design.
• Currently have one dedicated specialty plate and want to change to a different dedicated design while keeping your message.
• Are a New Jersey resident with a currently registered vehicle.

Do not use this form for:

• Ordering a brand-new personalized plate (use Form SP-1).
• Ordering a new personalized dedicated plate from scratch (use Form SP-100D / SPU-100D).
• Simple remake of an existing plate with the same design and number (use Form SPU-89).
• Standard plate replacements for lost, stolen, or damaged plates obtained in person at an MVC agency.

Fees for Form SPU-100-C

The application fee is $61.00. Payment must be by check or money order made payable to NJMVC. Do not send cash.

Important notes from the official form:

• The annual renewal cost for most dedicated categories is $10 in addition to standard registration fees.
• USS New Jersey Battleship plates have a $15 annual renewal fee.
• Plates are custom-made.

Always confirm the current fee on the official form or by contacting the Special Plate Unit, as fees can be updated.

Required Documents and Information

To complete and submit Form SPU-100-C, gather the following:

• Completed and signed Form SPU-100-C.
• Photocopy of your current vehicle registration (staple it to the application). If your registration expires within 60 days, renew it first before submitting.
• Copy of ID(s).
• Check or money order for $61.00 payable to NJMVC.
• Any supporting documentation if applicable.

On the form you will need to provide:

• Current license plate number (exactly as it appears, including spaces).
• Design type requesting (the dedicated specialty plate you want).
• Your full name, address, city, state, ZIP code.
• Signature and date.
• Telephone number(s) and email (phone is used only for discrepancies with the application).

How to Fill Out and Submit Form SPU-100-C?

1. Download the official PDF: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/pdf/vehicles/SP100C.pdf.
2. Print the form and complete all required fields clearly. Indicate your current plate number exactly (left to right, including spaces) and the dedicated design you are requesting.
3. Staple a photocopy of your current registration to the application.
4. Include a copy of your ID(s) and any other supporting documents.
5. Prepare a check or money order for $61.00 payable to NJMVC.
6. Mail the complete package to the address below.

Mailing Address for Form SPU-100-C

Mail the application, fee, copy of ID(s), and supporting documentation to:

Management Operations Services
Special Plate Unit
225 East State Street
P.O. Box 015
Trenton, NJ 08666

(Confirm the full ZIP or any updates on the current form version, as the official form lists P.O. Box 015, Trenton, NJ 08666.)

For questions, the Special Plate Unit can be reached through the contact information on the form or via the main NJ MVC channels listed on https://www.nj.gov/mvc/.

Processing Time

Because the plates are custom-made, allow 10 to 12 weeks for processing and delivery after the NJ MVC receives a complete application.

Difference Between SPU-100-C and SPU-89

It is easy to confuse the two remake-related forms:

• SPU-100-C (SP-100C) — Used to remanufacture your existing personalized/courtesy message onto a dedicated specialty design, or to change from one dedicated design to another.
• SPU-89 — Application for Remaking of an Existing License Plate. Used when you want duplicate plates with the same number and generally the same design (for example, after damage). The fee is typically lower ($11 in many cases), and it is the form referenced for standard remakes on the NJ MVC plates information page: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/vehicles/aboutplates.htm.

Choose the correct form based on whether you are changing to (or between) dedicated specialty designs.

Tips for a Successful Application

• Double-check that your registration is current or renew it if it expires within 60 days.
• Write your plate number exactly as it appears, including any spaces.
• Use a check or money order only—no cash.
• Keep copies of everything you submit for your records.
• Verify the latest form revision and fee on the official NJ MVC website before mailing, as forms and fees can be updated.
• For leased vehicles or special situations, contact the Special Plate Unit in advance.

Official Resources and Related Links

• Official Form SPU-100-C PDF: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/pdf/vehicles/SP100C.pdf
• NJ MVC Forms page: https://nj.gov/mvc/about/forms.htm
• Dedicated Plates information: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/vehicles/dedicated.htm
• About Plates (replacements and remakes): https://www.nj.gov/mvc/vehicles/aboutplates.htm
• Main NJ MVC website: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order these plates online?
New dedicated plates can often be ordered online through a MyMVC account, but the remanufacture process using SPU-100-C is a mail-in application. Check the current dedicated plates page for the latest online options.

What if my registration is about to expire?
Renew it before submitting the application if it will expire within 60 days.

How long does it take to receive the new plates?
Allow 10–12 weeks because the plates are custom-made.

Is the $61 fee the only cost?
The $61 covers the remanufacture application. You will still pay the applicable annual dedicated plate renewal fee ($10 for most designs, $15 for Battleship) plus standard registration fees when you renew.

Where can I get help?
Contact the NJ MVC Special Plate Unit or visit an MVC agency. Official contact details appear on the form and the main NJ MVC website.

Using Form SPU-100-C correctly ensures you receive properly remanufactured dedicated specialty plates that display your existing message on the design of your choice. Always rely on the official NJ MVC form and website for the most accurate, up-to-date instructions and fees.