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# What is Apportioned plates?

IRP license plates that cover a vehicle in every member jurisdiction.

Apportioned plates are issued by a carrier's base jurisdiction under the International Registration Plan. Fees are divided among jurisdictions based on miles driven in each.

The plate comes with a cab card that must stay in the vehicle.

## Learn more

-   [IRP Registration: Apportioned Plates Explained](/irp-registration)

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