Florida HSMV Form 83088 – Temporary 90 Day Employment – If you are temporarily employed in Florida but not a resident of the state, you may need a special temporary registration for your vehicle. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) provides Form HSMV 83088, officially titled “Temporary 90 Day Employment (Sample only — do not fill out).”
Florida HSMV Form 83088 PDF – Temporary 90 Day Employment (Sample Only)
What Is Florida HSMV Form 83088?
Form HSMV 83088 is listed on the official FLHSMV Forms page as a sample of the temporary 90-day employment registration document. The actual issued plate uses a special series (TE00000–ZZ99999 range) and is valid for 90 days.
The form itself displays fields such as:
- Date of Issue
- Expiration Date (Month / Day / Year)
- Vehicle Make, Color, and VIN
- Issuing Agency/Dealer
- Sample plate number (example format TE-12345)
Because it is clearly marked “Sample only — do not fill out,” applicants should never attempt to use this PDF as an official application.
Source: FLHSMV Official Forms Page
Legal Authority: Florida Statute 320.1325
The temporary 90-day employment registration is authorized by Florida Statute 320.1325 – Registration required for the temporarily employed.
Key points from the statute:
- Motor vehicles owned or leased by persons who are temporarily employed in Florida but are not residents must be registered.
- Upon payment of the required fees and proof of insurance (as required by the applicant’s home state), FLHSMV issues a temporary registration plate and certificate valid for 90 days.
- The plate may be renewed one time for an additional 90-day period.
- A maximum of two 90-day temporarily employed plates may be issued to the same individual within a 12-month period (starting from the date the first plate is issued).
- After the 180-day maximum period, the applicant must apply for permanent Florida registration if they need to remain in the state.
- Temporary plates cannot be issued for commercial motor vehicles as defined in s. 320.01.
Official statute text: Florida Statute 320.1325
Who Qualifies for a Temporary 90-Day Employment Plate?
You may qualify if you meet all of the following:
- You are temporarily employed in the State of Florida.
- You are not a Florida resident.
- Your vehicle is not a commercial truck tractor or heavy truck with a gross vehicle weight of 26,001 pounds or more (unless owned or operated by a government entity).
- You can provide proof of temporary employment and out-of-state registration.
This provision is designed for workers on temporary assignments, seasonal work, or short-term contracts who bring their personal vehicles into Florida.
Required Documents to Obtain the Temporary Plate
According to FLHSMV Procedure RS-41 (Temporarily Employed 90-Day License Plates), applicants must submit the following at a county tax collector office or license plate agency:
- Copy of the current out-of-state vehicle registration.
- Proof of temporary employment – one of the following:
- A letter of verification from the place of employment stating the customer is temporarily employed in Florida, or
- An affidavit from the customer specifying temporary employment in Florida and the location of employment, or
- Completed Form HSMV 83080 (Motor Vehicle Registration Eligibility Affidavit/Application) with the “90-Day Temporarily Employed” box checked.
- Proof of insurance – Out-of-state insurance that meets the requirements of the applicant’s home state is acceptable.
- Payment of fees (see next section).
Download Form HSMV 83080: HSMV 83080 – Motor Vehicle Registration Eligibility Affidavit
Official procedure: FLHSMV Procedure RS-41
Fees for the Temporary 90-Day Employment Plate
The statutory fee is $40 for the 90-day temporary registration plate, plus the applicable service charges required by Florida Statute 320.04. Additional fees may include:
- Air Pollution Control fee
- Emergency Medical Services fee
- Transportation Disadvantaged fee (for private automobiles or trucks with net weight of 5,000 pounds or less)
- FRVIS fee and any county branch office service fee
Exact total varies slightly by county. Check with your local tax collector for the current amount.
How Long Is the Temporary Plate Valid?
- Initial plate: 90 days from the date of issue.
- One renewal allowed: additional 90 days.
- Maximum total: 180 days within any 12-month period.
- After 180 days, permanent Florida registration is required if the vehicle remains in the state.
The plate must be displayed in the rear license plate bracket (and front if the vehicle requires a front plate).
Important Notes and Restrictions
- Form 83088 is a sample only. Do not fill it out or submit it.
- The actual plate is issued by the Division of Motorist Services or any county license plate agency.
- No more than two 90-day temporarily employed plates may be issued to the same person in a 12-month period.
- Commercial vehicles meeting certain weight thresholds are excluded.
- Proof of insurance is mandatory.
Where to Apply
Visit any Florida county tax collector office or authorized license plate agency. You can find your local office using the official locator:
Related Official Forms
- HSMV 83080 – Eligibility Affidavit for Motor Vehicle Registration (used to certify temporary employment)
- HSMV 83091 – Application for Temporary License Plate (general temporary tag form)
- HSMV 83090 – Dealer Application for Temporary License Plates
Summary
Florida HSMV Form 83088 is an official sample of the Temporary 90 Day Employment registration plate issued to non-residents who are temporarily working in the state. It is not a fillable application. Eligible individuals must provide out-of-state registration, proof of temporary employment (or Form 83080), insurance, and pay the $40 base fee plus service charges at a local tax collector office.
Always refer to the latest information on the official FLHSMV website and Florida Statutes for current requirements.