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Replacing a Lost Registration in Oregon
Replacing a Lost Registration
If you've lost your registration card or need to replace it because of theft or damage, you can apply for a duplicate by doing the following:
- Complete the proper application form. You can complete a regular form or an electronic form.
- Mail the application to the following address:
- DMV Headquarters
- 1905 Lana Ave NE
- Salem, OR 97314
- Note: You can also take the application into your local DMV office. The office will give you a stamped receipt to keep in your vehicle as proof of registration until you receive your new card in the mail.
- Pay the $5 fee. The Oregon DMV only accepts checks or money order through mail. Most local DMV offices accept cash in person.
Replacing License Plates and Stickers
To replace your license plates, you will have to complete an Application for Registration, Renewal, Replacement or Transfer Plates and/or Stickers. You can either complete a regular form or a fillable form.
See the following for a breakdown of related fees:
- Replacing plates and stickers 120 days before your registration's expiration date $34 ($24 plate fee and $10 replacement fee).
- Replacing plates during the normal renewal period (within 120 days of your registration's expiration date) $29 ($24 plate fee plus a $5 replacement fee) plus the regular renewal fee.. Note that you will also have to pay an additional fee to renew your registration. See DMV's list of registration fees.
- Replacing stickers only costs $10.
Send your application and fees to the following address:
- DMV Vehicle Mall
- 1905 Lana Ave NE
- Salem, OR 97314
The DMV accepts only checks or money orders by mail. Make them payable to "Oregon DMV."
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