Replace or transfer personalized plates[1] 


How do I replace or transfer personalized plates? 
There are a variety of circumstances in which you can replace or transfer personalized plates. 

Can I replace personalized plates that are old or damaged? 
Yes , for a fee. To replace your personalized plates that are old or damaged , you must call the Custom Plates Unit at 1 - 518 - 402 - 4838. Office hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. The fees are $28.75 for passenger vehicle plates, and $18.75 for motorcycle plates. 

Can I replace the personalized plates I have now with different personalized plates or personalized picture plates? 
Yes , for a fee. To replace your current personalized plates with new custom plates or personalized plates , you must call the Custom Plates Unit at 1 - 518 - 402 - 4838. Office hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. 

I have a personalized picture plate, and want to replace it with a different picture plate. Can I keep my current personalized combination and use it on my new picture plate? 
If the category of plate you want allows personalized combinations containing the number of characters on your current plates , you may have the combination on your new custom plates. Most picture plates require a $31.25 annual personalized fee in addition to the $31.25 custom plate fee. You must also pay a plate fee for the new plates , but you will get credit for the custom plate fees you already paid on your current registration. Contact the Custom Plates Unit at 1 - 518 - 402 - 4838. Office hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. 

Can I transfer a current set of personalized plates to a new vehicle that I plan to purchase? 
Yes. If the registrant and registration class will not change , instruct the automobile dealer to transfer your personalized plates to your new vehicle. If you purchase the vehicle from a private person , ask the DMV to transfer your personalized plates when you register the vehicle. 

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user: hello I need information about how to replace or transfer custom plates

assistant: want to know How do I replace or transfer personalized plates?

user: Yes

assistant: There are a variety of circumstances under which you can replace or transfer custom plates.

user: Can I replace custom plates that are old or damaged?

assistant: Yes, you must call the Personalized Plate Unit at 1 - 518 - 402 - 4838. Hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. at 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

user: And how do I do with the plates of a vehicle bought by a private?

assistant: In that case ask the DMV to transfer your custom license plates when you register the vehicle.

user: If I remove a vehicle from the road, can I keep my personalized license plates?

assistant: Yes. You can store your personalized dishes in most DMV offices.

user: And can I replace it just because they are old?

assistant: Yes, to replace your custom plates that are old or damaged, you must call the Custom Plate Unit at 1 - 518 - 402 - 4838.

user: Where can i get more information?

assistant: Call the Custom License Plate Unit at 1 - 518 - 402 - 4838. Business hours are 8:00 a.m. at 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. we will gladly assist you