Handicapped Placards

How to Obtain a Temporary Placard

Temporary placards are issued for six months.

To apply for a temporary handicapped parking placard you must:

  1. Download and complete the Temporary Placard Application [pdf] or visit a local, municipal police department to obtain the application.
  2. Have a qualified medical practitioner certify that you are qualified for a temporary placard; see Qualifications for medical certification information.
  3. Submit the completed application to a municipal police department with a check or money order made payable to "NJ MVC" in the amount of $4.00.
  4. After review and upon approval by the Chief of Police, the Records Bureau will issue your temporary placard.


TEMPORARY PLACARD APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PERSON TO A MUNICIPAL CHIEF OF POLICE.

DO NOT SUBMIT the payment or the completed application to the MVC

How to Obtain a Permanent Placard or Plates