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How to Replace a Vehicle Registration in Nebraska

If your vehicle's registration card, license plate(s) or stickers are lost, stolen, or damaged, you may apply for a replacement with the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles. The procedure differs slightly depending on what needs to be replaced.

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:

  1. Head to the local County Treasurer's office.
  2. The staff there will help you with the required paperwork.
  3. If your current registration card has been damaged, attach the damaged card to the application.
  4. Pay the duplicate registration fee, currently $6.75.

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 at the local County Treasurer's office.
  1. The staff there will help you with the required paperwork.
  2. Bring the damaged plate(s) with you, if you still have them.
  3. Pay the appropriate duplicate license plate fee, which is $13.75.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION