How to get a window tint medical exemption in Massachusetts
Massachusetts grants an exemption from its tint limits on a qualifying medical certification. The paperwork is Application for Tinted Glass Waiver (form MAB121), handled by Massachusetts RMV, Medical Affairs Branch, reviewed by the Medical Advisory Board. No fee is published.
| What | Massachusetts |
|---|---|
| Form | MAB121 — Application for Tinted Glass Waiver |
| Who certifies | A physician licensed in Massachusetts (a medical doctor must sign the application). |
| Fee | None published |
| Valid for | Not stated |
| Keep in vehicle | Not stated |
| What it covers | Front side windows, rear side windows and/or the rear window. The windshield is excluded — no tint below the AS-1 line, the uppermost six inches. |
| Submit to | RMV Medical Affairs, PO Box 55889, Boston, MA 02205 (857-368-8020) |
The steps
- 1
Check eligibility: it must be a private passenger vehicle, and the photosensitive person must own it or be listed as an operator on the insurance policy.
- 2
Get the Application for Tinted Glass Waiver from the RMV and have a Massachusetts-licensed physician sign it.
- 3
Make sure the physician certifies that your condition cannot be managed by other means, such as polarised sunglasses — the RMV requires that specifically, and it is the usual reason a waiver is refused.
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Mail the original. The RMV will not accept a photocopy or a fax. Send it to RMV Medical Affairs, PO Box 55889, Boston, MA 02205.
- 5
The Medical Advisory Board reviews the application. The waiver covers the side and rear windows only; the windshield stays clear below the AS-1 line.
Which conditions qualify
Massachusetts names these: the list is closed.
- Photophobia or photosensitivity, as diagnosed by a physician
What gets refused
- A condition that can be managed by other means, such as polarised sunglasses — the RMV requires the physician to certify that it cannot
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a window tint medical exemption in Massachusetts?
Check eligibility: it must be a private passenger vehicle, and the photosensitive person must own it or be listed as an operator on the insurance policy. Get the Application for Tinted Glass Waiver from the RMV and have a Massachusetts-licensed physician sign it. Make sure the physician certifies that your condition cannot be managed by other means, such as polarised sunglasses — the RMV requires that specifically, and it is the usual reason a waiver is refused. Mail the original. The RMV will not accept a photocopy or a fax. Send it to RMV Medical Affairs, PO Box 55889, Boston, MA 02205. The Medical Advisory Board reviews the application. The waiver covers the side and rear windows only; the windshield stays clear below the AS-1 line.
What form do I need for a tint exemption in Massachusetts?
Application for Tinted Glass Waiver, form MAB121, from Massachusetts RMV, Medical Affairs Branch, reviewed by the Medical Advisory Board.
Who can sign a tint exemption in Massachusetts?
A physician licensed in Massachusetts (a medical doctor must sign the application).
What medical conditions qualify for tint in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts names Photophobia or photosensitivity, as diagnosed by a physician. The list is closed — a condition not on it does not qualify. Refused: A condition that can be managed by other means, such as polarised sunglasses — the RMV requires the physician to certify that it cannot.
Does the exemption let me tint the windshield in Massachusetts?
Front side windows, rear side windows and/or the rear window. The windshield is excluded — no tint below the AS-1 line, the uppermost six inches.
Sources
- Mass.gov - Apply for a tinted glass waiver for your vehicle (official)
- Mass.gov - Application for Tinted Glass Waiver (form) (official)
Reference only, not legal or medical advice. Forms and fees change — confirm against the official source above before you file, and get the form from the agency rather than a third-party form site.