BLC-54 Blue Light Permit Application – Fillable PDF

The BLC-54 is the official New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) application for a blue light permit. This permit allows volunteer fire companies, first‑aid squads, rescue units, and municipal emergency management officials to use emergency blue warning lights on their response vehicles.

What Is the BLC-54 Form?

The BLC-54 is a fillable PDF that captures essential information about the applicant, the volunteer organization, and the vehicle that will display the blue lights. It includes sections for:

• Applicant’s name, title, and contact details
• Volunteer fire or rescue organization details
• Vehicle description, VIN, and registration information
• Signature of the mayor, chief executive officer, or authorized municipal official

Who Can Apply for a Blue Light Permit?

Eligibility is limited to active members in good standing of:

• Volunteer fire companies
• First‑aid or rescue squads
• County or municipal Office of Emergency Management volunteers whose duties include fire response

The application must be signed by the municipality’s mayor or chief executive officer.

How to Complete the BLC-54 Online

Instead of downloading the PDF and editing it in a separate program, simply click the “Fill out this form” button on this page. The Formize PDF Filler app will load automatically, letting you complete every field directly in your browser.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Leaving required fields blank – the form will not submit until all mandatory sections are filled.
• Incorrect vehicle VIN – double‑check the VIN on the vehicle registration.
• Missing signatures – the mayor or authorized official must sign; an unsigned form is rejected.

Submit Your Application

After completing the form, review all entries for accuracy, then click the “Submit” button. You can either download the completed PDF for mailing or submit it electronically if your municipality accepts digital submissions.

Need help? Review the FAQs below or contact your local municipal office for further assistance.