Yes! You can switch at any time by visiting your local tax collector’s office or starting the process online through our site. Please note: Switching to any plate before your tag renewal period is subject to additional fees.
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Anyone who wants to support UCF can Knight Your Ride! Students, alumni, family, faculty, fans — everyone is invited to show their Black & Gold spirit with the official UCF plate.
The total cost of a UCF specialty license plate includes:
- State of Florida specialty plate fee: $25 (annually)
- Initial issuance fee: $28 (one time)
- Local tax collector and registration fees: Vary by county
Each UCF plate purchase contributes $25 annually to directly support student scholarships at UCF — including unlocking incredible opportunities for first-generation students.
In order to offer you the option to immediately buy a UCF license plate online, we’ve partnered with the Indian River County Tax Collector — allowing you to make your purchase through the secure GovHub portal hosted on their website. Once you submit your info using the form on our page, we’ll redirect you to their site and guide you through the process to ensure a smooth transition.
Yes! You can request a custom plate number — subject to availability and additional fees. This option is available during the online ordering process.
To avoid paying additional fees, you can wait until your tag renewal period before switching to the UCF plate. If you don’t mind some additional fees, any time is the best time to Knight Your Ride!
If you order your plate online, it will be delivered to your mailbox within 7-10 business days from the date your order was placed.