Florida HSMV Form 83146 – Replace Plate, Decal or Permit

What Is Florida HSMV Form 83146?

Form HSMV 83146 is the official “Application for Replacement License Plate, Validation Decal or Parking Permit.” It is used statewide for motor vehicles, vessels, and mobile homes when a plate, decal, or parking permit needs to be replaced under Section 320.0607, Florida Statutes.

You can download the current official version (Rev. 10/21) directly from the FLHSMV website:

Download Official Florida HSMV Form 83146 (PDF)

When Do You Need Form 83146?

Use Form 83146 if your license plate, validation decal, or parking permit falls into any of these categories:

• Lost or destroyed
• Stolen (with or without a police report)
• Damaged (physical damage such as dents, peeling letters, or pressure-washing damage)
• Defaced (faded from sun exposure or otherwise unreadable)
• Lost in transit (mailed but never received – must apply within 180 days of issuance)
• Surrendered or seized
• Voluntary replacement (you simply want a new plate or decal)
• Disabled Person Long-Term Parking Permit or Temporary Parking Permit replacement

Only the registered owner or lessee may apply.

Required Documents to Submit with Form 83146

Bring or mail the following:

1. Completed and signed Form HSMV 83146
2. Valid photo identification (Florida driver license/ID card preferred; other state/Canadian licenses or passports may be accepted)
3. Vehicle identification information (VIN, current plate number, or decal number)
4. For mail-in requests: a copy of the current Florida vehicle registration certificate
5. For stolen items: a copy of the police report or law enforcement agency card showing the case number (strongly recommended – this waives the replacement fee)

For disabled parking permit replacements issued more than 12 months earlier, you may also need a newly completed Form HSMV 83039 (Application for Disabled Person Parking Permit).

Fees for Replacement License Plate, Decal, or Parking Permit

Fees are set by Florida Statute and vary slightly by county due to service or branch fees:

• Standard replacement license plate or validation decal: $28 state fee + applicable county service charges
• Stolen plate or decal with police report: No replacement fee
• Lost in transit (within 180 days): No fee
• Disabled person parking permit (permanent or temporary): No fee for the replacement itself

Always confirm the exact total with your local county tax collector’s office, as branch fees and mailing fees may apply. Payment methods usually include cash, check, money order, or credit/debit card (cards may incur a convenience fee).

How to Complete Florida Form 83146?

The form has four main sections:

1. Replacement Type & Reason – Check the boxes that apply (License Plate, Decal, Parking Permit, Damaged, Stolen, Lost, etc.).
2. Owner / Customer Identification – Full name, driver license number, address, and date of birth.
3. Vehicle / Vessel / Mobile Home Information – VIN, year, make, previous plate/decal/permit number.
4. Attestment – Sign and date under penalty of perjury. If the item was stolen, complete the police department/sheriff’s office section.

Only one owner’s signature is required even if the vehicle is jointly owned.

Where to Submit Form 83146?

Most applications are processed at your local county tax collector’s office or authorized license plate agency. Find your nearest office here:

Find Your Local Florida Tax Collector or License Plate Agency

Special or certain specialty plates not stocked locally must be mailed to:

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Attn: Direct Mail and Issuance
2900 Apalachee Parkway, MS #72
Tallahassee, FL 32399

Some counties also accept mail-in applications or offer drop-box service. Check your local tax collector’s website for current options and whether appointments are required.

Special Notes for Stolen Plates and Personalized Plates

If your plate was stolen, report it to law enforcement immediately. Submitting a police report with Form 83146 allows a free replacement. For personalized plates, law enforcement may also need to confirm the plate has been removed from FCIC/NCIC databases before the same characters can be reissued.

Lost-in-Transit Replacements

If you never received a plate, decal, or parking permit that was mailed to you, you can request a free replacement by marking “Lost-in-transit” on Form 83146. The request must be made within 180 days of the original issuance date.

Tips for a Smooth Application

• Print the form clearly or complete it digitally if your tax collector accepts fillable PDFs.
• Double-check the VIN and previous plate number for accuracy.
• Keep a copy of the completed form and any police report for your records.
• If applying by mail, use a trackable method and include a self-addressed stamped envelope if requested by your county.
• Fees and procedures can have minor county-level variations — always verify with your local tax collector before submitting.