Removing VIN plate for restoration..

[Huyzel]

I could be wrong but I have read somewhere that only a certified/licensed shop that specializes in restoring cars can remove vin plates and re-attach them. Is this information accurate? I have seen many restored cars with vin tags that have been taped off or painted over and it looks like crap.. I am restoring my 73 camaro and I want to remove the tags but want to make sure that it is "ok".