| Who is eligible
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A vehicle owner who has been awarded the Legion of Merit as established by the Congress of the United States. A surviving spouse may continue to use the Legion of Merit plate. If the surviving spouse remarries, the plates shall be returned for regular plates.
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| Requirements
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A copy of the official military order DD214 or other documentation approved by the Iowa Office of The Adjutant General verifying the receipt of the Legion of Merit.
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| Eligible vehicles
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Automobiles
Multipurpose vehicles
Sport utility vehicles
Vans
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Motorcycles
Trucks
Motor homes
Trailers and travel trailers
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| Numbered plates
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- No initial fee
- $15 annual renewal fee
Only one set of the Legion of Merit plates will be available at the $15 fee, additional sets will include usual registration/validation fee at time of renewals.
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| Personalized plates
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Not available as a personalized plate.
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| How to apply
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Complete the Special Plate Application form, print and mail with the fees that are due.
Vehicle & Motor Carrier Services
Iowa Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 9278
Des Moines, Iowa 50306-9278
Your plates will be sent to your county treasurer's office and staff will notify you when your plates are available. Typical processing time is 3-6 weeks. Plates must be assigned to a vehicle within 90 days or the plates will be voided and no refund issued. Your current plates must be exchanged for your new plates.
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| For questions
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Telephone: 515-237-3110
E-mail: dot.plates@iowadot.us
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