Replace Lost Vehicle License Plate: Easy Steps & Fees

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How to get a vehicle license plate replacement in Dubai and Other Emirates?

Have you misplaced your vehicle license plate while driving? Or has it been damaged or lost its shape or color? Don’t worry, the process for getting a replacement vehicle license plate in Dubai is straightforward.

Replacing a lost or damaged vehicle license plate in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates is a straightforward process. Here’s a detailed guide for each:

Vehicle license plate replacement in Dubai

Step 1: Apply for a Lost Item Certificate

Visit the Dubai Police website and go to the Lost Item Certificate section.
Provide your email address and Emirates ID or passport number.
Select the category as ‘number plates, spare parts, vehicle, and tools‘.
Enter vehicle details and the location, time, and date when the plate was lost.
Pay the required fees online.
Once approved, you’ll receive the certificate via email.

Step 2: Apply for Replacement Plate

Use the RTA website or visit an approved car testing center.
Log in with UAE Pass on the RTA website and fill out personal and vehicle details.
Upload the Lost Item Certificate and necessary documents.
Pay the service fee online.
Upon confirmation, visit a testing center to collect the new plate.

Required Documents:

For citizens, GCC nationals, and residents: Original Emirates ID and police report if the plates were lost.
For commercial companies: Original Emirates ID, police report, and a letter from the company.
For free zone companies: Original Emirates ID, police report, a letter from the company, and additional documents depending on the free zone.
For governmental entities and diplomatic bodies: Original Emirates ID, police report, and appropriate letters.

Service Fees :

Fees vary depending on the type of plate, ranging from AED 25 to AED 500.
Knowledge and Innovation fees of AED 20 are applicable if the service fee exceeds AED 50.

Step-by-Step Guide for Applying Online in Dubai:

Visit the RTA website, go to Services, and select the driver and car owner category.
Choose ‘Apply for Replacing a Lost/Damaged Plate Number’.
Log in with UAE Pass, fill in personal and vehicle details, upload required documents, and pay the fee.
Visit an approved testing center to collect the new plate.

Approved Vehicle Testing Centers in Dubai:

Several centers are available for plate collection, Shamil Al Qusais, AG Cars Al Mamzar, Al Mumayaz Aswaq Mizher, Tajdeed, Tamam Centre, Al Mutakamela Al Awir, Al Mutakamela Al Quoz, Al Mumayaz Barsha Mall, Wasel Al Jaddaf.

Vehicle license plate replacement in Abu Dhabi:

Step 1: Report Lost Item and Apply Online

File a lost item report at the nearest police station.
Visit the TAMM platform or app and follow the instructions to apply for a replacement plate.
Confirm vehicle details and upload necessary documents, including the police report.
Pay the service fees online.

Required Documents :

Police report for lost item.

Service Fees:

Fees vary depending on the type of plate, ranging from AED 35 to AED 500.

Vehicle license plate replacement for Other Emirates (Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah):

For other emirates such as Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah, you need to file a lost item report at your nearest police station or apply for a ‘To Whom It May Concern’ certificate online through respective police department websites:

Once the lost item report is filed, you can collect the new number plate from either a vehicle testing center or the local traffic police department in your emirate.