Check your local DMV, motor vehicle agency, or transportation department website for the exact application process
Confirm whether you need a disability parking placard, license plate, or both
Review the eligibility requirements for your state or country
Ask a licensed medical professional to complete the required disability certification form
Gather any required identification, vehicle registration, and proof of residency
Submit the application online, by mail, or in person, depending on local rules
Pay any required fee, if applicable
Wait for approval and receive the sticker, placard, or plate by mail or pickup
Renew it before the expiration date if it is temporary
Keep it visible and use it only when the eligible person is traveling in or using the vehicle