The Exclusive

Missouri Black License Plate

  • Complete the online form, provide your VIN, current plate details (if applicable), desired plate text (up to 6 characters—letters, numbers, or hyphens), select a license office, and pay via credit card or ACH. Application takes about 10–15 minutes. We handle submission to the MO DOR and your new plate will be delivered to your chosen office.

  • You’ll need:

    • Vehicle VIN

    • Your name and address

    • Desired plate text (max 6 characters: letters, numbers, hyphens)

    • Selected license office

    The six‑character limit is due to the space taken by the Route 66 emblem.

    • 1‑year option: $35 to the Route 66 Association (emblem usage) + $15 DOR personalized plate fee = $50, plus standard registration fees.

    • 2‑year option: $70 (emblem) + $15 DOR fee = $85, plus standard registration fees.

    Plates renew each July—either annually or every two years depending on vehicle model year.

  • Your existing registration will be prorated and applied to your new black plate. Renewals will move to the July timeframe for all specialty plates.

  • Available for:

    • Passenger cars

    • Motorcycles/motor tricycles

    • RVs

    • Light & medium trucks up to 24,000 lb GVW
      Not eligible: buses, trailers, historic plated vehicles, heavy trucks over 24,000 lb.

  • Yes. You can transfer to a new vehicle using MO DOR Form 184. To change text, submit your first three plate choices—if available, the DOR will issue one of them.

  • The black Route 66 plate is only available for vehicles registered and titled in Missouri.

  • There is no expedited processing or application window—you can apply anytime. Plates typically arrive in 6-8 weeks at your selected license office.

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  • The Route 66 emblem usage fee ($35/year) is non-refundable. The DOR portion may be refundable per their policies. All standard vehicle registration taxes and fees still apply.

Get Your Exclusive Missouri Route 66 Black License Plate!

Turn heads with Missouri’s only officially sponsored Route 66 license plate! The Route 66 Association of Missouri is proud to offer this sleek & bold, black plate for Missouri vehicles. Every dollar contributed to this program goes directly into preservation efforts along the 317-mile corridor through our state.

How to Order:

Step 1:

  • Click the “Start Filling” button to complete the application.

  • You will need your VIN, preferred license office, multiple 6 character text choices, and online payment info.

  • Double-check all spelling and other information before submitting. Incorrect info can result in DELAYS or REJECTION!

  • The cost is $35 / year for the use of the emblem, and is NON-REFUNDABLE! This is an annual payment to the Route 66 of Association, and is spent 100% on our preservation efforts

  • Personalized plates renew in July of each year. Your existing registration may be pro-rated. Current plate configurations can be transferred as well.

  • Buses, trailers, historic-plated vehicles, or heavy trucks over 24,000 lbs are not eligible.

Step 2:

  • After submitting your application and providing online payment, you will receive a notification email with instructions.

  • The email for new plate sales will contain 2 attachments – EUAS (Emblem Use Authorization Statement) and DOR Form 1716. The EUAS form is your annual or biennial “permission slip” for using the personalized plate artwork.

  • Annual or biennial EUAS RENEWAL forms can only be purchased on this page.

  • Print out both forms and send to the address in the instructions, along with a $15 check to cover the cost of the initial plate production.

  • Additional documents might be required for submission (handicap requests, for example).

  • (For RENEWAL, simply print out EUAS and take it to your local office).

Step 3:

  • Wait for your plate(s) to arrive at your local DMV office.

  • Plate production can take up to 10 weeks.

  • For status updates, you can contact the DOR at: (573) 526-3669 (option 2 --- option 5), or via https://dor.mo.gov/motor-vehicle/inquiries/specialty-plate-status.html

  • The Route 66 Association of Missouri ONLY SELLS the EUAS forms and offers the portal to make the process easier. We do NOT have visibility or control over the process, so we are unable to answer questions regarding status.

  • You may need to contact your local DMV office, if you do not receive a notice from the state office that your plates are ready for pickup.

  • For RENEWAL, you will receive your updated registration sticker from your local office after submitting your EUAS.

Ready to Hit the Road in Style?

Click START FILLING and join the hundreds already showing their Route 66 pride.

Get Your Exclusive Missouri Route 66 Black License Plate!

Turn heads with Missouri’s only black personalized plate — available only through the Route 66 Association of Missouri. Sleek, bold, and limited to Missouri vehicles, each plate helps preserve Route 66 across the state.

How to Order:

Step 1: Fill Out the Form- Click the START FILLING button on this page and complete the application. You'll need:

  • Your VIN

  • Current plate info (if applicable)

  • Preferred license office

  • Desired plate text (up to 6 characters)

  • Payment info (credit card or ACH)

Step 2: We submit it — We handle the paperwork and send it to the Missouri DOR. Your plate will be ready at your license office in about 6–8 weeks.

Key Details:

  • For passenger cars, motorcycles, RVs, and trucks up to 24,000 lbs GVW

  • Personalize with up to 6 letters, numbers, or hyphens

  • Registration is prorated if you already have plates

  • All black plates renew in July

Why Choose the Black Route 66 Plate?

  • One-of-a-kind design, only from us

  • Supports Route 66 preservation in Missouri

  • A stylish way to celebrate your love for the Mother Road

Ready to Hit the Road in Style?

Click START FILLING and join the hundreds already showing their Route 66 pride.

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