How To Get a Copy of Vehicle Registration in Alberta
Vehicle registration certificates serve as official proof that your vehicle is currently registered in Alberta. If you have lost, damaged, or need a duplicate copy of your vehicle registration certificate, the Province of Alberta provides several convenient options to obtain a replacement.
Online Duplicate Certificate Services
The most convenient method to obtain a duplicate vehicle registration certificate is through the Government of Alberta's eServices portal. This digital service allows eligible vehicle owners to order and download a duplicate certificate online.
Government of Alberta eServices
Online Service Portal
1-310-0000 (Alberta-wide toll-free)
Alberta eServices
To use the online service, you must:
• Have a verified Alberta.ca Account
• Possess an active (non-expired or non-cancelled) vehicle registration
• Have a vehicle not registered as a company vehicle
• Have no recent address changes
• Have a vehicle not registered through the International Registration Plan (IRP)
The digital download service operates between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Requests made outside these hours will be processed the following morning at 6:00 AM.
Registry Agent Services
Authorized Registry Agents
Alberta operates through a network of authorized registry agents who provide vehicle registration services on behalf of the government. These private businesses are authorized to issue duplicate vehicle registration certificates and handle various motor vehicle transactions.
To find a registry agent near you, visit the official Find a Registry Agent tool on the Government of Alberta website. Registry agents are located throughout the province and offer in-person services for duplicate certificate requests.
Required Documentation for Registry Agent Services
When visiting a registry agent to obtain a duplicate vehicle registration certificate, you must provide:
• Valid government-issued photo identification
• Proof of insurance showing the vehicle owner's name
• Vehicle information (VIN, licence plate number, or registration number)
• Payment for applicable fees
Third-Party Authorization
Authorization for Vehicle Services
If you cannot personally visit a registry agent, another individual may apply for a duplicate vehicle registration certificate on your behalf. The authorized representative must be an Alberta resident with valid Alberta identification.
Required documentation for third-party applications includes:
• Completed Authorization for Vehicle Services form signed by the vehicle owner
• Representative's valid Alberta driver's licence or identification card
• Vehicle owner's proof of insurance and identification
• All standard documentation required for the service
Fee Structure and Payment Options
Standard Fees
The official fee for a duplicate vehicle registration certificate is $28.00, inclusive of GST and service charges. This fee applies whether you obtain the duplicate certificate online through eServices or in-person at a registry agent.
Additional service charges may apply at some registry agent locations for processing and printing services. Registry agents are authorized to charge up to $7.00 in additional service fees for on-site printing of replacement certificates.
Senior Discounts
Alberta residents aged 65 and older are eligible for a 25% reduction in registry service fees, including duplicate vehicle registration certificates. This discount must be claimed at participating registry agent locations with proper age verification.
Payment Methods
• Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) for online services
• Cash, debit cards, and credit cards at registry agent locations
• Some locations may accept electronic transfers or other payment methods