If your vehicle's registration card, license plate(s) or stickers are lost, stolen, or damaged, you may apply for a replacement with the Utah Division of Motor Vehicles. While the procedure differs slightly depending on what needs to be replaced, you will usually need to complete the appropriate application form for replacement.

APPLYING FOR A REPLACEMENT REGISTRATION CARD

You can apply for a replacement registration card if your card is lost, stolen, or damaged in person by following these steps:

1. To apply in person, visit your local DMV office.
2. Bring along your license number and photo ID.
3. If your current registration card has been damaged, attach the damaged card to the application.
4. Pay the duplicate registration fee, currently $4.

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 either in person or by mail.

Applying For Replacement License Plates In Person

1. To apply in person, visit your local DMV office.
2. Bring along your current vehicle registration card.
3. Bring the damaged plate(s) with you, if you still have them.
4. Pay the appropriate duplicate fee, which varies depending on whether you have regular, special interest, or personalized plates. A new set of plates with decal will cost you $10.

Applying For Replacement License Plates By Mail

To be eligible to apply by mail, you must be the registered owner of the vehicle, and your current address must match the one the Utah DMV has on file.

1. Write out a note stating the reason for request of duplicate plates.
2. Mail the damaged plate(s) along with the application, if you still have them.
3. Pay the appropriate duplicate license fee, which varies depending on whether you have regular, special interest, or personalized plates. A new set of plates with decal will cost you $13 by mail.

   Mail the application, plate(s) and fee to:

   Division of Motor Vehicles
   Mail and Correspondence
   
   210 N. 1950 West
   
   Salt Lake City, UT 84134    

APPLYING FOR REPLACEMENT LICENSE PLATE STICKER(S)

If your vehicle's sticker is lost, stolen or damaged, you are required to obtain a replacement sticker. You can go to your local DMV office with your registration card and pay the appropriate fee. You may also mail the application to:

Division of Motor Vehicles
Mail and Correspondence

210 N. 1950 West

Salt Lake City, UT 84134    

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Note that you cannot obtain replacement license plates or stickers for vehicles that are not currently registered.
• If you have queries related to registration card, license plates, or stickers, contact the Utah DMV at (801) 297-7780 or (800) 368-8824 for assistance.
• See also Vehicle registration and Registration Renewal.
• See also Replacing a Lost Driver's License and Replacing a Lost Title.