Permanent Disability Indicator FAQs

For purposes of obtaining a permanent disability indicator “permanently disabled” means having a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits your ability to perform one or more major life activities and is permanent in nature as determined by a physician, physical therapist, occupational therapist or authorized licensed healthcare practitioner.

For purposes of determining permanent disability a licensed physician, physical therapist or occupational therapist licensed under Chapter 334, RSMo, or other authorized licensed healthcare practitioner may complete the required physician's statement.

The indicator is not a requirement. It will be added only per request and upon submission of a physician’s statement verifying permanent disability.

Yes, the Physician’s Statement - Permanent Disability Indicator (Driver or Nondriver License) (Form 5294) may be used for this request. Or, if you have a current permanent disability motor vehicle license plate or placard you may notify the office clerk who will verify the previously-submitted physician's statement.

No. There is no cost to add or remove a permanent disability indicator. You will only pay standard new, renewal, or duplicate transaction and processing fees based on the type of document you are applying for.

No, you only have to present the physician’s statement upon initial application for the indicator. You do not have to represent a physician’s statement card to retain the indicator on future transactions.

The Permanent Disability indicator will be displayed as an image of the Symbol of Accessibility (commonly referred to as the "wheelchair symbol"), located on the back of the license.