How to Replace a Vehicle Registration in Indiana
If your vehicle's registration card, license plate(s) or stickers are lost, stolen, or damaged, you may apply for a replacement with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles. While the procedure differs slightly depending on what needs to be replaced, you will usually need to complete the appropriate application for replacement license plates.
APPLYING FOR A REPLACEMENT REGISTRATION CARD
You can apply for a replacement registration card if your card is lost, stolen, or damaged by following these steps:
- Complete the appropriate application for replacement license plates.
- If your current registration card has been damaged, attach the damaged card to the application.
- Bring proper identification such as driver's license or photo ID.
- Submit a document to identify the vehicle such as Vehicle Identification Number or license plate number.
- Pay the duplicate registration fee, currently $9.
APPLYING FOR A REPLACEMENT LICENSE PLATES
If one or both of your license plates are lost, stolen, or damaged, you must apply for replacement plate(s) immediately. You can obtain replacement plates in person.- Complete the appropriate application for replacement plates.
- Bring the damaged plate(s) with you, if you still have them.
- If they were stolen or were misplaced, you need to get the form filled by a law enforcement agency.
- With the form, bring your valid Indiana driver's license or State identification card.
- Pay the appropriate duplicate license fee which is currently $9.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Note that you cannot obtain replacement license plates or stickers for vehicles that are not currently registered.
- Indiana BMV allows you to make a BMV account online and get queries related to licensing answered.
- See also Vehicle registration and Registration Renewal.
- See also Replacing a Lost Driver's License and Replacing a Lost Title.
