Florida window tint laws
In Florida, sedans must have at least 28% VLT on front side windows and 15% on back side and rear windows. SUVs and vans allow 6% on back side and rear windows. Non-reflective tint is allowed on the windshield above the AS-1 line. Medical exemptions are available through FLHSMV (Form 83390).
Tint darkness limits in Florida
In Florida, the amount of light that must pass through your windows is set by statute. Darker film has a lower VLT percentage. The rules below apply to aftermarket window film; factory tint on back windows is usually permitted regardless of percentage.
Sedan — VLT limits
SUV / van / truck — VLT limits
Reflectivity — sedan
Reflectivity — SUV / van
Windshield, mirrors, colors & certification
Windshield
Non-reflective tint is permitted on the windshield above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
The AS-1 line is a factory-etched mark near the top of most windshields. Reflective or mirrored tint on the windshield is not permitted.
Side mirrors
Dual outside mirrors are required if any back window is tinted so drivers have full rear visibility.
Restricted colors
- No red, amber, or other colored tint that resembles emergency-vehicle or traffic-signal colors is permitted.
Compliance sticker
A manufacturer’s compliance sticker identifying the tint product is required on the inside of the driver’s door jamb.
Film certification
Florida does not require film manufacturers to certify the tint they sell within the state.
Penalties & enforcement
Illegal window tint in Florida is a nonmoving violation and can result in a fine plus required correction of the window tint. Specific fine amounts vary by county.
Darker tint with a medical exemption in Florida
Florida allows drivers with a qualifying medical condition to apply for a window tint exemption through FLHSMV using Form 83390. An approved exemption permits darker tint than the standard statute allows.
Who typically qualifies: Drivers with a documented medical or physical condition that requires additional protection from sunlight, as attested by a licensed physician, optometrist, or osteopathic physician.
Renewal / expiration: The Florida Medical Exemption certificate is typically valid as long as the underlying medical condition exists; certificates must be retained in the vehicle.
What you need to apply
- Completed FLHSMV Form 83390 signed by the applicant.
- Physician, optometrist, or osteopathic-physician certification of medical necessity.
- Submission to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
- Exemption certificate must be carried in the vehicle at all times.
Common mistakes drivers make in Florida
- Assuming SUV rear-window rules (6%) apply to sedans. Sedans in Florida require 15% VLT on back side and rear windows.
- Adding reflective or mirrored film to the windshield. Only non-reflective tint is allowed, and only above the AS-1 line.
- Not keeping the compliance sticker visible on the driver’s door jamb — inspectors look for it.
- Using colored or red-tinted film that can be confused with emergency-vehicle lighting.
Florida tint law FAQ
Is 20% tint legal on a sedan in Florida?
No. On a Florida sedan, front side windows must allow at least 28% of light through, and back side and rear windows must allow at least 15%. 20% tint is darker than 28% and is not legal for front side windows without a medical exemption.
Can I have 5% tint on the back windows of my SUV in Florida?
5% is darker than the 6% minimum allowed for back side and rear windows on SUVs and vans in Florida. It would not be compliant without a medical exemption.
Does Florida require a tint sticker?
Yes. A compliance sticker from the film manufacturer or installer must be placed on the inside of the driver’s door jamb so officers can verify the tint is legal.
Is there a medical exemption for darker tint in Florida?
Yes. Drivers with a qualifying medical condition can apply for an exemption with FLHSMV using Form 83390. The application must include a physician’s certification, and the resulting certificate must be kept in the vehicle.
What is the AS-1 line on my windshield?
The AS-1 line is an etched mark near the top of the windshield, typically about 5–6 inches from the top. In Florida, non-reflective tint is only allowed on the windshield above this line.
Official references
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Editor’s notes
VLT values align with Fla. Stat. §§ 316.2951–316.2956 as in effect for 2025 and confirmed for 2026. The 2015 amendment liberalized certain SUV back-window and rear-window limits.
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