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Vehicle Permit Replacement
Vehicle Registration Permit Replacement
Verified January 15, 2024Last updated: January 15, 2024
Timeline
Apply immediately after loss or damage
Time to Complete
20-30 minutes
Cost
Fee applies (check current rates)
Processing Time
Immediate (in person)
Handled by
Access Nova Scotia
Available
In Person Only
Summary
Replace a lost, stolen, or damaged vehicle registration permit.
In Plain Language:
Get a new vehicle registration permit if yours was lost, stolen, or damaged.
Eligibility
You May Qualify If:
- Registered vehicle owners
- People whose vehicle permit was lost, stolen, or damaged
You May NOT Qualify If:
- People who never registered the vehicle (need to register first)
Requirements Checklist:
- □Vehicle ownership documents
- □Photo identification
- □Payment of replacement fee
Examples:
- • A person who lost their wallet containing their vehicle permit
- • A person whose permit was damaged and is unreadable
Common Mistakes to Avoid
⚠️ Not reporting stolen permit
Report stolen permits to police immediately to prevent fraud
⚠️ Waiting too long to replace
Replace your permit immediately - you cannot legally drive without it
⚠️ Not bringing vehicle ownership documents
Bring proof of vehicle ownership to verify you're the registered owner
After You Submit
What Happens Next
- Your replacement will be processed immediately
- You'll receive your new permit on the spot
Check Your Status
Check status onlineWhat to Keep
- • Replacement permit
- • Receipt of payment
- • Police report number (if permit was stolen)
Follow-Up Actions
- □Destroy old permit if you find it
- □Keep your new permit in your vehicle
- □Update your insurance company if needed
Expected Timeline:
Replacement permits are issued immediately when applying in person.
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