If you have a lost car registration in Oregon, you can receive a duplicate by requesting replacement documents either in person or through the mail. To get a duplicate card and/or sticker, you must provide specific requested information through the method of your choice and you must also pay the replacement vehicle registration fee as well. Once you have successfully completed those steps, you will receive your duplicate Oregon registration items.

Getting a copy of your vehicle registration is highly recommended by the Oregon Department of Transportation (DOT). This replacement must occur immediately after you notice that your items are missing. Your registration is a very important document that may be required to be shown to law enforcement in certain situations. If you do not have your registration available when it is needed, you will face serious consequences. Therefore, it is crucial that you understand the process for getting a registration replacement. If you want to learn more, read the sections included below.

When do you need to get a copy of your vehicle registration in Oregon?

The most common reason you may face for needing to replace car registration in Oregon is losing your documents. However, there are other situations in which you need to get a duplicate as well. One of these other situations is if you believe that you have a stolen car registration. If you believe that your registration was stolen, ensure that you file for a replacement as soon as possible.

Also, you must replace your registration if the document is badly damaged to the point where reading the information on it is impossible. If this is the case, replacement must occur immediately.

How to Obtain a Replacement Vehicle Registration in Oregon

In Oregon, you can choose between two different application methods when replacing a lost registration document. You can choose between processing your request through the mail or in person at a Department of Transportation (DOT) office. Learn more about both methods by reading the sections below so that you can determine which option is best for you.

How to Replace a Vehicle Registration by Mail

If you need to get a copy of registration, you can request a replacement through the mail. This option is great if you do not want to visit a DOT office, although it has a longer processing time than the in person option. In order to request your replacement through the mail, you must gather the following documents:

• A completed Application for Registration, Renewal, Replacement or Transfer of Plates and/or Stickers form
• A check or money order for the replacement fee, made payable to the DOT.

Then, send those items to the following address:

DMV Vehicle Mail
1905 Lana Ave NE
Salem, OR  97314

You can expect to receive your new registration documents within two weeks after your application has been received and processed by the DOT. If you do not receive your items within that time period or you have any questions about your application, contact your local DOT office to check on the status of your application.

How to Replace a Vehicle Registration in Person

If you need to receive your copy of car registration immediately and cannot wait approximately two weeks to get the items, you can apply in person. Applying in person requires the same application and fee, but keep in mind that you may need to wait in line when you arrive at the office. To complete the process, you must:

1. Visit your local DOT office.
2. Present a completed Application for Registration, Renewal, Replacement or Transfer of Plates and/or Stickers form.
3. Pay the applicable replacement fee.

It is extremely important that you complete the application form in full and provide the complete payment as well. Not following those steps exactly will result in your request being denied and you will not receive the registration documents. You may also be required to show proof of identity, such as a driver’s license, when you apply in person.

Oregon Stolen Car Registration Requirements

It is highly recommended that you file a police report if your car registration is stolen in Oregon. However, filing a report with your local law enforcement agency is not a strict requirement. Although it is not required, a police report can be beneficial for you to have a report on file. If you are interested in learning more about filing a police report, contact your nearest OR police department.

Oregon DMV Sticker Replacement

If you need an OR DOT sticker replacement for the yearly sticker, you must indicate that you need the sticker on your application form. Also, you must pay an additional fee because the amount changes depending on the type of registration documents you want. Therefore, it is essential that you ensure that you pay the appropriate amount.

Note: You can get new monthly stickers for free by requesting them at a DMV office.

Oregon Vehicle Registration Replacement Fees

You must pay the appropriate lost car registration replacement fees when you submit your application. These fees vary depending on the type of registration document you want; a registration card or yearly sticker. The total costs are as follows:

• Registration card replacement: $5.00
• Sticker replacement: $10.00

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