License Plates
A variety of license plates are available to New Mexico drivers. Along with the 'standard' license plates, drivers can select 'specialty' plates. Some specialty plates have a small fee upon application and registration renewal, while others are available with no additional fees.
Not listed are government, state agency, elected officials or commercial vehicle plates, or those plates that are unique to specific vehicle types, such as manufactured homes, recreational vehicles (RVs) or trailers.
Standard Plates
In January 2010, a new standard plate will be available, the Centennial Plate.
These are the current Standard Plates.
Yellow and Red Plate
Balloon Plate (This plate will be replaced by the Centennial Plate) 
Specialty Plates
Personalized Plates
Prestige (Vanity) Plates - These plates are custom-made, and delivery will take a minimum of six weeks from the date of the order.
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