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A Georgia medical exemption is issued by DPS, with the conditions and limitations DPS sets. DPS’s instructions focus on conditions that require a reduction in visible light, not just UV protection. Without an exemption, tint darker than Georgia’s limits can result in a citation. The process involves two parts:
Some drivers ask whether a Georgia medical exemption lets them tint their windows as dark as they want. The answer is no. DPS issues each exemption with its own conditions and limitations, the windshield cannot be tinted, and final approval is up to DPS.
ForeverTint connects you with an independent licensed physician who reviews your medical history by chart review or, occasionally, a brief phone call. If you qualify, the physician prepares the attestation and letter that support your application to DPS.
It’s important for all Georgia drivers to understand the state’s window tint laws—even if you do not qualify for a Georgia medical window tint exemption. Georgia has clear statewide standards under O.C.G.A. § 40-8-73.1 that regulate how dark and reflective your vehicle windows may be. These laws are designed to protect visibility and roadway safety while still allowing moderate tint for comfort.
These limits mean that tint darker than Georgia’s legal limits requires a medical exemption approved by DPS. ForeverTint helps you find out whether you qualify through a review by an independent licensed physician; DPS decides whether to grant the exemption.
Traditionally, getting a tint exemption in Georgia meant making an in-person doctor’s appointment, explaining your condition, and handling paperwork yourself. ForeverTint streamlines this entire process online:
*If the physician determines you do not qualify, you receive a full refund.
An independent licensed physician decides whether your condition qualifies. DPS considers conditions that require a reduction in visible light and cannot be managed with protective eyewear or UV-blocking tint. Conditions a physician may consider include:
Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which ultraviolet light can trigger skin rashes, joint pain, and fatigue. Physicians commonly advise people with lupus to limit UV exposure, including the UVA light that passes through car side windows.
Porphyrias are a group of disorders in which certain compounds build up in the body and react to light, causing blistering, burning pain, and skin damage after sun exposure. Avoiding sunlight is a central part of managing the cutaneous forms.
Xeroderma pigmentosum is a rare genetic disorder that prevents the body from repairing DNA damage caused by ultraviolet light. People with XP burn after minimal sun exposure and face a greatly increased risk of skin cancers and eye damage.
People with albinism produce little or no melanin, the pigment that helps protect skin and eyes from ultraviolet light. They are highly prone to sunburn and skin damage and often experience significant light sensitivity and glare.
Photosensitivity dermatitis is an abnormal skin reaction to sunlight that can cause redness, itching, swelling, and rash on exposed skin. It can be linked to an underlying condition or to medications, and limiting UV exposure helps prevent flare-ups.
A personal history of melanoma or other skin cancers means ongoing UV exposure is a serious concern. Dermatologists routinely advise these patients to reduce sun exposure wherever possible, including time spent driving.
Some eye conditions, such as uveitis, certain retinal disorders, and sensitivity following eye surgery, cause pain or impaired vision in bright light. A licensed physician or optometrist can assess whether reducing light exposure while driving is medically necessary.
Cockayne syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes extreme sensitivity to sunlight, along with other developmental and health effects. Strict sun protection is part of everyday care.
Bloom syndrome is a rare inherited disorder that causes sun-sensitive skin, often with a facial rash after sun exposure, and an increased lifetime risk of cancer. Limiting UV exposure is a standard precaution.
Vitiligo causes patches of skin to lose their pigment, leaving those areas without natural protection from ultraviolet light. Depigmented skin burns easily, so physicians often recommend extra sun protection.
Some autoimmune conditions, such as dermatomyositis, cause skin and muscle symptoms that worsen with sun exposure. Certain medications used to treat autoimmune disease can also increase sensitivity to light.
Healing burns, skin grafts, and scar tissue are more vulnerable to sun damage, and UV exposure can cause scars to darken. Physicians typically advise protecting these areas from direct sunlight.
Other diagnosed conditions, including sun sensitivity caused by medications, can make sun exposure a health concern. Describe your condition during intake, and an independent licensed physician will review your medical history and decide whether darker tint is medically necessary for you.
DPS’s Application for Exemption to Window Tint Law must be attested to by a licensed physician or optometrist and sent with the required payment and a letter on the provider’s letterhead explaining why the medical condition can only be addressed by reducing visible light, not ultraviolet light. The application lists the vehicle’s year, make, VIN, and license plate. Keep the approved exemption in your vehicle; it does not guarantee you will not be stopped or cited.
Georgia does not accept verbal explanations or informal notes as proof of a medical exemption. The exemption must be attested to by a licensed physician or optometrist and approved by DPS. Without DPS approval, tint darker than Georgia’s limits can result in a citation, even if your medical condition is legitimate.
O.C.G.A. § 40-8-73.1(d): “The Department of Public Safety may, upon application from a person required for medical reasons to be shielded from the direct rays of the sun and only if such application is supported by written attestation of such fact from a person licensed to practice medicine under Chapter 34 of Title 43 or a person certified as an optometrist under Chapter 30 of Title 43, issue an exemption from the provisions of this Code section for any motor vehicle owned by such person or in which such person is a habitual passenger. The exemption shall be issued with such conditions and limitations as may be prescribed by the Department of Public Safety.”
Since July 1, 2026, Georgia’s standard limits are at least 28% light transmission on the front side windows and at least 15% on the rear side and rear windows, each plus or minus 3%.
Georgia lets the Department of Public Safety issue a medical exemption to a person who must be shielded from the direct rays of the sun, supported by a written attestation from a licensed physician or optometrist. Without an exemption, tint darker than 28% on the front side windows or 15% on the rear windows (each plus or minus 3%) can result in a citation.
ForeverTint connects you with a licensed physician for evaluation, which is a required step in Georgia’s exemption process. If medically approved, the physician prepares the necessary documentation in accordance with state guidelines. Final approval, however, is issued by the Georgia Department of Public Safety after submission.
Georgia requires you to keep proof of your approved medical exemption in the vehicle listed on the application. If you cannot present documentation during a traffic stop, you may still receive a citation. Keeping a copy in your vehicle at all times is essential.
No. DPS issues each exemption with its own conditions and limitations, and the windshield cannot be tinted. Approval is based on the medical need documented in your application.
Yes. Georgia requires the completed application, physician letter, and payment to be submitted to the Department of Public Safety, Office of Professional Standards. The medical office must mail the documentation directly to the state for review.
First, a licensed physician or optometrist evaluates whether your condition meets Georgia’s requirements. If you qualify, the application, physician letter, and payment are submitted to DPS for review. You may use darker tint only after DPS approves the exemption.
Qualifying conditions must require a reduction in visible light and cannot be adequately managed with protective eyewear or UV-blocking tint. The physician’s letter must explain why. DPS reviews each case individually.
Having a medical recommendation from a doctor for darker window tint does not guarantee you will not get a ticket. An officer can still give you a ticket at their own discretion.