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Licensing Express

Official blog of the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL)

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Helping every Washington resident live, work, drive, and thrive.
Written by DOL BlogJanuary 13, 2026

New requirements for collector vehicle, horseless carriage plates

New requirements mean you’ll need proof of insurance and a second, daily vehicle to get a collector license plate.

Written by DOL BlogJanuary 6, 2026

Want to add blood type to your driver license or ID? Now you can

Washington state residents can now add a blood type symbol to a driver license or ID card. Bring documentation to a driver licensing office.

Written by DOL BlogDecember 9, 2025December 9, 2025

New and improved Washington Driver Guide now available in 14 languages

A fully updated version of our signature publication, the Washington Driver Guide, is now available in print and online in 14 languages.

Written by DOL BlogDecember 3, 2025

Kelso driver licensing office to close while we seek new space

The Kelso driver licensing office will close starting Wednesday, Dec. 17 while we search for a new potential location.

Written by DOL BlogNovember 13, 2025February 26, 2026

‘Throwback’ specialty license plate now available — with more on the way

A “throwback” license plate — featuring white letters and numbers on an all-black background — is now available. Other new specialty plates are coming soon.

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