Connecticut Lost Learner's Permit Replacement: Fee and Process

If your Connecticut learner's permit is lost, check the replacement process, required documents and fee before applying for a duplicate.

Replacing a Lost Connecticut Learner's Permit

Online replacement is fastest, most Class D permits are replaceable through the DMV portal in under 10 minutes, with a printable temporary permit immediately.

A lost Connecticut learner's permit can be replaced online, in person at a DMV hub, or by mail for $19. The state fee is $19.00 regardless of method.

• Online Replacement: Fastest option for most Class D permits. Use the DMV Online Portal with your name, date of birth, current address, permit number, and Social Security Number. You can print a temporary paper permit immediately and start driving with supervision the same day. Drive-Only and Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) holders cannot use this option,they must apply in person.
• In-Person DMV Appointment: Drive-Only permit replacements must be handled through an eligible DMV office, not an Express partner location. Complete Form 1-B before your visit. Some standard duplicate transactions may be available at participating Express locations such as AAA or Nutmeg; confirm eligibility before going.
• By Mail: Send a completed Form B-350 and a $19.00 check or money order to: Department of Motor Vehicles, 60 State Street, Wethersfield, CT 06161, Attn: Central Issuance Operations Unit. Your duplicate permit will arrive by mail within 20-30 days. Update your address with the DMV first,mail forwarding doesn't work for permits, and your card will be destroyed if sent to an old address.

Should you report a stolen Connecticut learner's permit to the police?

Connecticut DMV's duplicate-permit process does not list a police report as a standard replacement requirement. If the permit was stolen and you are concerned about identity misuse or another crime, a police report can still be useful for that separate issue.

How do you replace a damaged or unreadable Connecticut learner's permit? Connecticut uses the same duplicate-permit process for a learner's permit that is lost, damaged, or stolen. The current state duplicate learner's permit fee is $19.

Can you replace a Connecticut learner's permit while temporarily outside the state?

If your permit type is eligible for Connecticut's online duplicate service, you can start that replacement without visiting a DMV office. If your credential requires an in-person transaction, such as a Drive-Only permit, contact DMV and plan for the required Connecticut office visit rather than using an Express location that does not handle that credential.

What Documentation and Fees Are Required for Connecticut Permit Replacement

You don't retake the knowledge test for a duplicate permit. Standard Class D learner's permit duplicates cost $19.00. Drive-Only and CLP duplicate fees may differ,confirm your specific fee class before paying.

• Payment Options: The DMV accepts cash, check, money order, and major credit cards. Bring exact payment if applying in person.
• Identity Documents: For in-person requests, bring one primary ID like a U.S. Birth Certificate or valid Passport. Add one secondary ID such as a Social Security card.
• Parental Presence: If under 18, bring a parent or guardian. Missing this causes processing delays and wastes your appointment slot.

Can a parent replace a lost learner's permit for a minor?

A parent or guardian can help a minor arrange the replacement, but DMV does not publish a rule allowing the parent to complete every replacement transaction alone on the teen's behalf. Follow the duplicate-permit instructions for the teen's credential type and plan for the permit holder to participate when DMV requires identity verification or an in-person appointment.

Can You Drive While Waiting for Your Replacement Connecticut Permit?

You cannot legally drive without the physical permit or a temporary paper credential. Getting pulled over without it results in a $75-$90 infraction fine plus court fees.

• Temporary Paper Permit: Available immediately when you apply online or in person. Valid until your permanent card arrives, usually within 20-30 days. Allows you to drive with a qualified instructor right away.
• Permanent Card: Mailed via Central Issuance within 20 calendar days. Track it using the DMV's 'Track My Credential' feature online.
• Critical Warning: Update your address with the DMV before requesting a duplicate. The DMV doesn't forward mail. Your permit gets returned and destroyed if sent to an old address,then you're out $19 and back to square one.

Real-World Connecticut Lost Permit Replacement Scenarios

These scenarios show how address errors and missed form requirements turn a 10-minute online fix into a multi-week ordeal.

Most people complete online replacement in under 10 minutes. Here's what actually happens in Connecticut:

A Stamford teen lost their permit on a Friday night after a basketball game. They logged into the DMV portal Saturday morning around 9 AM, entered their details, and printed the temporary permit by 9:15. They attended their scheduled 2 PM driving lesson that afternoon while waiting for the plastic card to arrive.

Connecticut's in-person replacement trap catches Drive-Only permit holders regularly. A New Haven resident showed up without an appointment or Form 1-B, turned away after a 3-hour wait, rescheduled for Waterbury a week later. A Waterbury applicant printed the older draft of Form 1-B by mistake; rejected at intake, reprinted the current version at the library and resubmitted the same day. Name your form file with today's date to avoid that confusion.

A Hartford applicant moved apartments in January but never updated their DMV address. Their replacement permit was mailed to the old place in March, returned to the state, and destroyed. They paid another $19 fee and restarted the entire process after correcting their address.