New York Tint Exemption

NY-Licensed Physicians · VTL §375(12-a) Compliant · NYPD & NYSP Accepted

New York Window Tint

Medical Exemption

New York enforces the most restrictive window tint law in the United States: a blanket 70% VLT limit on allwindows, front and back. Unlike California or Florida, you cannot legally tint any window on your vehicle without a medical exemption. Under VTL §375(12-a)(b), a NY-licensed physician can authorize darker tint for qualifying medical conditions. Our physicians review your existing documentation and issue your certificate entirely online.

$350

NY physician documentation fee

No office visit requiredNY-licensed physician reviewPasses annual inspectionNYPD and NYSP accepted

New York's Blanket 70% VLT Rule: The Most Restrictive in America

Most states restrict tint only on front windows and allow darker tint on rear windows. New York is different: all side windows, front and back, must allow at least 70% VLT. Factory glass transmits approximately 70-75% of light, so adding any aftermarket tint to any window will likely push you below the legal limit. This blanket restriction makes New York the single most restrictive state for window tint in the country.

A medical exemption under VTL §375(12-a)(b) is the only legal pathway to tinted windows on any part of your vehicle in New York.

Why New York Has the Strictest Tint Enforcement in the Country

New York combines the most restrictive tint law with the most aggressive enforcement. NYPD alone issues thousands of tint summonses annually, and the annual inspection requirement creates a second layer of enforcement no other major city faces.

70% All Windows

Blanket Restriction

NY applies 70% VLT to front AND back windows. California and Delaware restrict only fronts. New York is the only major state where you can't legally tint any window without an exemption.

$150-$300+

NYC Summons Cost

A single tint summons in NYC costs $150-$300+ after surcharges. NYPD uses portable tint meters during routine stops. In boroughs like Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx, tint enforcement is a daily occurrence.

Annual Inspection

Inspection Failure

New York requires annual safety inspections where tint is measured. Non-compliant tint = failed inspection = cannot renew registration. An exemption resolves both traffic stops and inspections.

NYU / Mount Sinai

World-Class Medicine

NYC hosts NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, Columbia, and Cornell — among the world's top hospitals. New York's diverse population drives elevated rates of lupus, MS, and autoimmune conditions requiring UV protection.

How to Get Your New York Tint Exemption Online

No trip to the DMV. No in-person doctor appointment. New York does not require a state filing for tint exemptions. Your physician-signed letter is all you need.

1

Submit Your Application

Complete our secure online form and upload existing medical documentation from your physician, specialist, or hospital system (NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, Columbia, etc.). Takes about 5 minutes.

2

NY Physician Reviews Your Records

A physician licensed by the New York State Education Department reviews your uploaded documentation against the specific requirements of VTL §375(12-a)(b). NY requires more detailed physician documentation than most states, which our physicians handle comprehensively.

3

Receive Your NYPD-Ready Certificate

If approved, your signed exemption letter is delivered digitally. Print it and keep it in your vehicle. Present it at traffic stops and annual inspection stations throughout New York State.

New York Window Tint Law Limits

Under VTL §375(12-a), New York applies a blanket 70% VLT requirement to all side windows. This is the most restrictive tint regulation in the country. Even back side windows, which are unrestricted in most states, must allow 70% VLT in New York.

NYC surcharges push the total cost of a tint summons to $150-$300+. Combined with annual inspection failure and re-inspection costs, driving with illegal tint in New York is significantly more expensive than in any other state.

Front Windshield

Non-reflective tint on top 6 inches only (above AS-1 line)

Front Side Windows

70% VLT minimum — virtually no aftermarket tint legal

Back Side Windows

70% VLT minimum — unlike most states, back windows restricted too

Rear Window

Any darkness (dual outside mirrors required)

Medical Exemption

Available under VTL §375(12-a)(b) — the only way to legally tint any window

Medical Conditions That Likely Qualify in New York

New York's diverse population and world-class medical institutions mean high diagnosis rates for conditions that qualify for tint exemptions. NYC's large Caribbean community experiences lupus at 3-4x the national average. The conditions below are commonly associated with VTL §375(12-a)(b) approvals.

Lupus (SLE)PhotophobiaMigrainesMultiple SclerosisCataractsMelanoma / Skin CancerGlaucomaMacular DegenerationDry Eye SyndromeRosaceaPsoriasisLASIK RecoveryKeratoconusVitiligoAlbinism

Compliant With New York Vehicle & Traffic Law

Our exemption certificates are issued by physicians licensed under the New York State Education Department and comply with VTL §375(12-a). Certificates are accepted by NYPD, New York State Police, Nassau and Suffolk County PD, and all New York law enforcement agencies.

New York does not require a separate DMV filing for tint exemptions. Your physician-signed letter is the sole documentation required. Keep it in your vehicle at all times.

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Patients nationwide

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Patient satisfaction rating

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Most applications reviewed within hours

New York Tint Exemption FAQ

Common questions from New York drivers about the blanket 70% law, NYPD enforcement, inspection requirements, and the $350 pricing.

The Only Way to Legally Tint Any Window in New York

New York's blanket 70% VLT rule means no window on your vehicle can be legally tinted without a medical exemption. Stop risking $150-$300 summonses, failed inspections, and mandatory tint removal. Apply today.

$350· No office visit · NY-licensed physician review · Same-day certificate

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