Ordering Metal Number Plates – What You Need to Know

If you live in Great Britain or Northern Ireland and want to order metal number plates for use on public roads, there are a few legal requirements you’ll need to follow. Don’t worry — the process is straightforward, and we’ll guide you through it step by step.

If you’re located outside of the UK, you can simply order as normal — these requirements don’t apply to you.

We are a DVLA-registered number plate supplier, which means we’re legally required to check certain documents before we can make plates that display a registration mark. This is to help prevent vehicle crime and keep the roads safe.

Ordering Process

When you order from our metal number plates category, you’re purchasing blank plates. Once we’ve received and verified your documents, we’ll then apply your registration number to the plates at no extra cost. This is a legal requirement for all UK suppliers.

Choose your preferred plate style – Select from our range of premium-quality pressed metal plates.
Add your options – Pick the size, border style, and any other custom choices.
Place your order – Checkout as normal.
Send us your documents – Upload them on the product page, email, post, or bring them to us in person.
We verify your documents – Once approved, we’ll apply your registration mark to your plates.
Delivery – Your completed plates will be sent straight to your door.

The Documents You’ll Need

To comply with UK law, you’ll need to send two documents — one from each list below:

List 1 – Proof that you own or have the right to use the registration mark:

Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C)
New Keeper Supplement (V5C/2)
Certificate of Entitlement (V750)
Retention Document (V778)
Vehicle tax/SORN reminder (V11 or V11NI)
Temporary Registration Certificate (V379)
Number Plate Authorisation Certificate (V948 or eV948)
A letter of authorisation from a lease, hire, or fleet company

List 2 – Proof of your name and address:

Driving licence (UK or international)
Utility bill (issued within the last 6 months)
Council tax/rates bill (within the last 6 months)
Bank/building society statement (within the last 6 months)
National Identity Card

How to Send Your Documents

You can send your documents in four different ways:

Upload during checkout – The easiest and fastest option.
Email – Reply to your order confirmation email and attach your documents.
Post – Contact us for our mailing address. (We recommend recorded delivery for security.)
In person – Book an appointment to bring your documents to us directly.

Important:

Documents must be in PDF, JPG, JPEG, BMP, GIF, or PNG format.
They must be full colour and clearly readable.
We need to receive your documents within 7 working days of placing your order.

If documents are not received, or they are unreadable, we’ll process your order for blank plates only (no registration mark).

How We Handle Your Information

We take your privacy seriously. Your documents will be handled with care, used only for verification, and never stored in full — we simply record the details we are required to by law.

If you post physical documents to us, we’ll return them safely with your completed order.

Why We Have to Do This

This process isn’t just red tape — it’s part of the UK’s effort to prevent vehicle crime and keep stolen plates off the road. As a registered supplier, we’re proud to uphold these standards while still offering the highest quality pressed aluminium number plates available.

You can read more about the DVLA’s rules here:
UK Government – Number Plate Rules

Need Help?

If you have any questions about ordering, documents, or styles, please contact us — we’re here to make the process as smooth and simple as possible. You can also check out our Fitting Guide for Metal Number Plates for tips on securely attaching your plates once they arrive.

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