Disabled Veteran Plate/Registration Waiver

Required Documents:

  • VSD-001 (Filled Out)
  • Copy of DD-214 (Member 2 or 4) with no redactions
  • Copy of current Driver's License
  • Copy of evidence (VA Decision Narrative Letters, Service-Connected code sheet, etc.) showing that one of the criteria listed on VSD-001, Section 4 have been met:
    • The veteran has a disability which has been rated at 100% due to a diagnosed disease or disorder which substantially impairs or interferes with mobility
    • So severely disabled as to be unable to move without the aid of an assisted device
    • Lost, or lost use of one or more limbs
    • Suffered permanent blindness, as defined in Section 19153 of the Welfare and Institutions Code

To Submit Applications: 

  • Email: sdcvso.hhsa@sdcounty.ca.gov (Subject: CFW (Last Name, First Name))
  • Fax: 858-573-7381
  • Mail: Office of Military and Veteran's Affairs - 5055 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
  • In Person (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm): 
    • 5055 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
    • 401 Mile of Cars Way, National City, CA 91950
    • 649 W Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
    • 3708 Ocean Ranch, Oceanside, CA 92056

Note: The VSD-001 will be processed with the name that appears on the DD-214. The DMV can assist you further if you have any questions regarding the name changes since separating from service.