PA PennDOT MV-904SO Notary Public Plate Form – Pennsylvania notaries public can display their professional status with a distinctive special organization registration plate through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). Form MV-904SO is the official application used for this purpose. This guide explains everything U.S. applicants need to know about eligibility, fees, how to complete the form, and where to submit it, based on current official PennDOT resources.
What Is PennDOT Form MV-904SO?
Form MV-904SO is the “Application for Special Organization Registration Plate” issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. It allows members of approved special organizations to request a unique license plate featuring the organization’s name and emblem. A specific provision on the form covers Notary Public applicants.
According to the official form (revised April 2025), if the applicant is a notary applying for a Notary Public registration plate, the applicant’s notary seal must be affixed in Section C instead of an organization official’s signature. This makes the process straightforward for commissioned Pennsylvania notaries.
You can download the current official PDF form here: Download PennDOT Form MV-904SO (PDF).
Eligibility for the Notary Public Special Organization Plate
To qualify for a special organization registration plate under Form MV-904SO, the vehicle and applicant must meet these requirements:
- The plate is available for passenger vehicles, trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds, trailers, motor homes, and motorcycles (if the organization has an approved motorcycle design).
- The applicant must be a member in good standing of the organization (in this case, a commissioned Notary Public in Pennsylvania).
- The vehicle must already be titled and registered in Pennsylvania.
- When the applicant ceases to be a notary public, the special plate must be returned to PennDOT.
These rules are outlined in the official form instructions and the Special Organization Plate Program Fact Sheet available on the Pennsylvania government website.
Current Fees for Special Organization Registration Plates
As of the latest Bureau of Motor Vehicles Schedule of Fees (Form MV-70S, revised April 2026):
- PennDOT issuance fee for a special organization registration plate: $34.00.
- Additional fee to personalize the plate: $136.00 (total $170.00 with personalization).
- Organizations may charge an additional initial fee (and a renewal fee if they have more than 2,000 plates). Any organization fee is paid directly to the organization, not to PennDOT.
- Duplicate registration cards: $2.00 each.
Always verify the most current amounts on the official fee schedule: PennDOT Form MV-70S Schedule of Fees (PDF).
Payment must be made by check or money order. Do not send cash. No refunds are issued if an applicant cancels after the order is placed.
How to Complete Form MV-904SO for Notary Public Applicants?
The form is divided into four main sections. Follow these steps carefully:
- Section A – Vehicle Description and Applicant Information: Enter the title number, current registration plate number, expiration date, vehicle make and year, and your personal details exactly as they appear on your current registration card. Use a street address (P.O. Box alone is not acceptable). Include telephone numbers (they remain confidential).
- Section B – Organization Information: List the organization name (Notary Public) and any relevant chapter or other details.
- Section C – Organization Official / Notary Seal: For Notary Public plates, affix your official notary seal in this section instead of obtaining an organization official’s signature. Print the name and title if required by the form layout.
- Section D – Applicant Signature: Sign and date the application under penalty of perjury. Co-applicants must also sign if applicable. The declaration references 18 Pa.C.S. § 4904 regarding unsworn falsification.
Complete the form in ink. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Where and How to Submit the Application?
Mail the fully completed Form MV-904SO along with the required check or money order to:
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Special Organization Plate Program
P.O. Box 68266
Harrisburg, PA 17106-8266
Allow several weeks for processing and delivery. After you receive the new special organization plate, return your old registration plate to:
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Return Tag Unit
P.O. Box 68597
Harrisburg, PA 17106-8597
For questions, visit the official Driver and Vehicle Services website at www.pa.gov/dmv or call 717-412-5300 (TTY: 711).
Additional Important Information
Special organization plates are issued in sequential number series. Personalized configurations are available for an extra fee and can be checked for availability through PennDOT’s online tools.
If your special organization plate becomes lost, stolen, or defaced, you must reapply using Form MV-904SO and pay the applicable fees. For immediate replacement with a standard plate, use Form MV-44. Illegible plates may qualify for free replacement under Form MV-46SO with proper verification.
When you are no longer a commissioned notary public, you must return the plate and apply for a regular series plate using Form MV-44 (fee applies).
For full program details, refer to the official Special Organization Plate Program Fact Sheet: Special Organization Plate Program Fact Sheet (PDF).
Why Choose a Notary Public Special Organization Plate?
A Notary Public special organization plate provides professional recognition on Pennsylvania roads. It identifies the vehicle owner as a commissioned notary while supporting the Special Organization Plate Program that allows approved groups to display their identity. The plate uses the standard Pennsylvania design colors (blue, white, and yellow) with the organization’s designation and the Liberty Bell motif featured on newer family-of-plates designs.
This option is available exclusively through the official Form MV-904SO process described above. Always use the most recent version of the form downloaded from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania website to ensure compliance with current requirements.
For the latest updates, forms, and fee schedules, visit the official Pennsylvania Driver and Vehicle Services portal at www.pa.gov/agencies/dmv.