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Disability Parking in Nebraska:
Everything You Need to Know

• Nebraska Disability Parking Laws

  • Qualifying conditions include inability to travel more than 200 feet without assistance (wheelchair, crutch, walker, prosthetic, or other device), severe visual/physical/neurological impairment, severe respiratory problems, Class III or Class IV cardiac condition, or loss of all or substantially all use of one or more limbs.
  • A licensed physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner must certify your condition on the Application for Handicapped Parking Permit form.
  • Permanent permits are valid for 5 years.
  • Temporary permits are valid for 6 months.
  • Misuse of a handicapped parking permit results in suspension of the permit for 6 months and possible fines.
  • The permit is not transferable, cannot be altered or reproduced, and may only be used by the person to whom it was issued or for the specific vehicle assigned.
  • The permit must be displayed on the rearview mirror when parked in a designated handicapped space (or on the dashboard if no rearview mirror exists). It should not be displayed while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Each handicapped individual is allowed up to two (2) permits.
  • Nebraska-licensed medical professionals can submit applications online. Out-of-state medical professionals require paper applications mailed to the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles.

• Documents You’ll Need

  To apply for, replace, or renew a Nebraska disability parking placard, here's what you need:

  New Permanent or Temporary Permit

  To apply for a new disability parking permit in Nebraska, you'll need:

  • Application for Handicapped Parking Permit form, completed and signed by a licensed doctor
  • Photocopy of acceptable proof of identification (valid driver's license, state ID card, certified birth certificate, passport, or other reliable form containing date of birth)

  Online Doctor's Certification

  If applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online.

  • If your medical professional is licensed in Nebraska, they will submit your certification directly through the online system and your permit will be mailed to you by the DMV
  • If your medical professional is not licensed in Nebraska, you’ll receive a completed Application for Handicapped Parking Permit form signed by them, which you must mail with a photocopy of acceptable identification to the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles

  Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement

  If your placard is lost or stolen, you'll need to provide:

  • Application for Handicapped Parking Permit form (medical certification not required if your current permit is still valid)
  • Check the "Replacement" box on the application
  • Include your permit number
  • Photocopy of acceptable proof of identification

  Note: You are limited to two (2) replacement permits. If both are lost or stolen, you must submit a new application with medical certification.

• Permanent Placards

  • Expire on the last day of the month of the holder's birthday in the 5th year after issuance.
  • Renewal requires a new Application for Handicapped Parking Permit form with medical certification.
  • Applications for renewal may be submitted 180 days prior to expiration, but permits will not be mailed until 10 days prior to expiration.

  Temporary Permits

  • Valid for 6 months as determined by your medical professional.
  • May be renewed one time only for an additional 3 or 6 months if the condition persists. Applications for renewal may be submitted within the month of expiration.

  Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard

  • Complete Application for Handicapped Parking Permit form (medical certification not required if your current permit is still valid).
  • Check the "Replacement" box on the application.
  • Present photocopy of identification and mail to the Nebraska DMV. You are limited to two (2) replacements before requiring a new application with medical certification.

  Turnaround Time

  The Nebraska DMV mails permits to applicants after processing. Renewal permits are mailed no earlier than 10 days prior to expiration of the previous permit.