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Getting a handicap parking tag (also called a disabled parking placard) is handled at the state level in the U.S. Here's how to get one:

- Visit your local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) — this is the most common way
- Ask your doctor to complete the required medical certification form, as migraines can qualify as a Show Full Answer

Getting a handicap parking tag (also called a disabled parking placard) is handled at the state level in the U.S. Here's how to get one:

- Visit your local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) — this is the most common way
- Ask your doctor to complete the required medical certification form, as migraines can qualify as a disabling condition in many states
- Apply online through your state's DMV website
- Mail in your application if an in-person visit is difficult

The process varies by state, so checking your specific state's DMV website is the best first step. Your neurologist or headache specialist can help certify that migraines significantly impact your mobility or daily functioning, which is typically required for approval.

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