How to Replace Car Number Plate | Lost or Stolen

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Introduction: Replace Car Number Plate

Losing or damaging your car number plate in Saudi Arabia can be stressful, but the process to replace it is straightforward and can be done entirely online through Absher and your bank.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the 4 simple steps to get a new number plate. Whether your plate was lost, stolen, or damaged.

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Step 1: Report the Lost or Stolen Number Plate (via Absher)

If your plate is lost or stolen, you must report it before proceeding.

🔹 Steps:

1. Log in to Absher: https://www.absher.sa
2. Click on the “Vehicles” tab
3. Select “Vehicles Management”
4. Choose the vehicle under your ownership
5. Click on “Report Lost or Stolen Plate”

🔹 On the Next Page:

• Select “New Request”
• Choose: “Lost” or “Stolen”
• Fill in the required details
• Submit the form

📌 This step helps prevent misuse of your vehicle details and is required before replacement.

❗ If your plate is only damaged (not lost), you can skip this step and go directly to Step 2.

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Step 2: Pay the Plate Replacement Fee

You can pay the fee using any Saudi bank’s internet or mobile banking app. Here’s how to do it using Al Rajhi Bank as an example.

🔹 Steps:

1. Download the Al Rajhi Mobile App from:
   • Google Play Store (Android)
   • App Store (iOS)
2. Log in to your account
3. Tap on “Payments”
4. Select “Government Payments”
5. Go to “Motor Vehicles”
6. Choose: “Re-Issue License Plate (Two Plates)”

🔹 Enter the Following:

• Current Owner ID: Your Iqama Number
• Vehicle Sequence Number: Found on your Istimara (10-digit number)
• Plate Issuance Reason: Select “Lost” (or “Damaged” if applicable)
• Logo Option: Choose:
  • Without Logo: SR 100
  • With Logo (e.g., Saudi flag): SR 800

📌 The standard fee for a basic replacement (no logo) is SAR 100.

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Step 3: Request the Replacement of the Number Plate (via Absher)

Now that the fee is paid, request the new plate through Absher.

🔹 Steps:

1. Log in to Absher: https://www.absher.sa
2. Go to “Vehicles” > “Vehicles Management”
3. Select your vehicle
4. Click on “Vehicle Plates Replacement”

🔹 Next Steps:

• Select the size and number of plates (front and/or rear)
• Choose your city
• Select the postal office where you want to collect the plate
• Pay a delivery fee of SAR 109.25

📦 The new number plate will be delivered to the selected postal office within 5–7 working days.

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Step 4: Collect the New Number Plate

Once your plate arrives, you’ll receive an SMS notification with:

• The name of the post office
• A map link showing its location

🔹 At the Post Office:

1. Remove your old/damaged plate(s) from the car
2. Bring the old plates with you
3. Hand them over to the postal officer
4. You’ll receive your new number plate(s)

🔧 Immediately install the new plate(s) on your vehicle.

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Special Case: Driving with One Number Plate

If only one plate (front or rear) is lost or stolen, you can legally drive temporarily with a single plate but only after getting approval.

🔹 How to Get Authorization:

1. Fill out the “Authorization to Drive with One Plate” form (available at traffic departments or online).
2. Visit the Muroor (Traffic Police) office.
3. Get the form stamped and approved.

📌 This allows you to drive until you receive the replacement plate.

Cost Breakdown: Budget vs Premium Options

Standard Option (Recommended):

• Plate replacement: SR 100
• Delivery fee: SR 109.25
• Total: SR 209.25

Premium Option (With Logo):

• Plate replacement: SR 800
• Delivery fee: SR 109.25
• Total: SR 909.25

My Personal Experience and Tips

Having gone through this process, here are some insider tips:

• Always keep your Vehicle Sequence Number handy (from your Istimara).
• If your plate was stolen, consider filing a police report for added security.
• Avoid using fake or unregistered plates. It can result in fines or vehicle impoundment.

Final Thoughts

Replacing a lost or damaged number plate in Saudi Arabia is a secure and digital process thanks to Absher and integrated banking services.

By following these four steps: report, pay, request, and collect. You can get your new plate quickly and legally.

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