How to Replace a Vehicle Registration in Michigan
If your vehicle's registration card, license plate(s) or stickers are lost, stolen, or damaged, you may apply for a replacement with the Michigan Secretary of State. While the procedure differs slightly depending on what needs to be replaced, you will usually need to complete the appropriate application for replacement cards or 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:
- Head to the local SoS office.
- Bring your license plate number.
- Complete the appropriate application for replacement registration.
- If your current registration card has been damaged, attach the damaged card to the application.
- There is no fee for a duplicate registration card.
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 only in person by following these steps:- Head to the local SoS office.
- Bring your license plate number or registration card.
- Complete the appropriate application for duplicate plates indicating if it was damaged or lost.
- Bring the damaged plate(s) with you, if you still have them.
- If your current address differs from the one the Michigan SoS has on file, you must also provide proof of ownership of the vehicle (a copy of your title or registration card), along with a police report, if your license plates were stolen.
- A new license plate, registration, and a new year tab will cost you $5.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Note that you cannot obtain replacement license plates or stickers for vehicles that are not currently registered.
- If you have not received your replacement registration card, license plates, or stickers within 60 days of submitting your application, contact the Michigan SoS on the toll-free number (888) 767-6424.
- See also Vehicle registration and Registration Renewal.
- See also Replacing a Lost Driver's License and Replacing a Lost Title.
