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Replace a Lost Vehicle Registration in Kuwait

To replace a lost vehicle document or plate you need a police station notice, a printed request, and your Civil ID copy.

If the document is damaged but not lost, see Damaged registration replacement.

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Documents you need

Police station notice
Printed request for a lost replacement plate or vehicle document
Copy of your Civil ID
A document from the embassy authorized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (political authority), where applicable

Official form (PDF)

Official GDT vehicle registration form. Original document published by the General Traffic Department (GDT), Ministry of Interior. We host a copy for convenience and it is unchanged.

Original source: Click here

Source: Based on the official GDT procedure page:Click here.

Compiled October 2026. Rules and offices can change: confirm with the GDT before you go. This site is not affiliated with the government.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to replace a lost vehicle document in Kuwait?

The fee is set by the GDT and can change, so we do not list amounts. Check the current fee on the official GDT page linked at the bottom of this page.

Do I need a police report?

Yes. A police station notice is the first item on the GDT list.

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Damaged registration replacement

A damaged registration document is replaced with a printed request and a copy of your Civil ID.

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Vehicle registration renewal

Renewing a vehicle registration in Kuwait comes down to renewed insurance, a technical inspection and your ownership papers.

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Lost or damaged license

You have 10 days to report a lost or damaged driving license to the General Traffic Department and ask for a replacement.

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New vehicle registration

New and imported vehicles are registered by the GDT after a customs certificate, a technical inspection and valid insurance.

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Government vehicle registration

Vehicles belonging to the Amiri Diwan and government bodies follow a lighter route: a licensing fee exemption, a one-year license and a letter from the owning authority.

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Renewal when outside Kuwait

A vehicle that was abroad when its registration came due can still be renewed on time: you just need proof it was out of the country.

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