Before you get started:
- Personalized and some special license plates are not available for replacement using this online service.
- Review the
restrictions page to check whether this online service will work for your license plate(s).
- Your license plates must be replaced if one or both plates have been lost, stolen, damaged or are illegible
- You must be the owner or lessee of the vehicle to apply for a replacement license plate
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A new license plate number, certificate of registration and stickers will be issued to you
- Destroy the old plate(s) when you receive your new license plates
Apply online
Have these ready:
INDIVIDUAL (TYPE CUSTOMER)
- Your Wisconsin Driver License or ID card number
- The last four digits of your Social Security number
- Your date of birth
OR
- Your full name
- Your complete Social Security number
- Your date of birth
NON-INDIVIDUAL (TYPE CUSTOMER)
- Full legal business name
- Zip code
- FEIN
AND
A printer with 8.5 by 11-inch paper to print a certificate of registration and temporary license plate, when applicable
A valid email address. You will receive your certificate of registration and temporary license plate when applicable from emvpublic@dot.wi.gov. If not found in your inbox, you may want to view your spam folder.
The vehicle identification number (VIN) for the vehicle found on your certificate of registration or
on the vehicle
Payment Information
- The fees vary based on plate type; the online application will calculate it for you
- Credit/debit card (convenience fee applies) or
- Checking/savings account and avoid the
convenience fee
You should receive replacement plates with new numbers/letters in the mail within 4 weeks after completing the online application.
Click "Start Now" below to get started.
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Once the online transaction is completed, you cannot cancel it or receive a refund. Verify that you have entered the information correctly before completing payment information.
This service may not be available on Sundays from 6 a.m.–9 a.m. due to regular system maintenance.
Apply by mail
Note:
Processing times will be longer for mailed-in applications. Use the online option to receive your license plate faster.
If your plate does not qualify to be replaced online,
have these ready:
- A printer with 8.5 by 11-inch paper to print off the required documents
- Complete and sign Replacement License Plate (MV2118)
- Payment information
- Check or Money Order (do not send cash) made payable to: Registration Fee Trust
Mail to:
WI Dept. of Transportation
P.O. Box 7911
Madison, WI 53707-7911
(Ver video en español)
Apply in person
Have these ready:
- Driver license/identification card as proof of identity
- Payment for your replacement license plates
- In addition, there is a $5 counter service fee
- Payment options
For faster service:
- Print and complete the Replacement License Plate Application (MV2118)
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