Replacing a Lost or Stolen Idaho Learner's Permit

To replace a lost learner's permit in Idaho, you must request a duplicate at a County Sheriff's DMV office or by mail.

How to Replace a Lost Learner's Permit in Idaho

To replace a lost learner's permit in Idaho, you must request a duplicate at a County Sheriff's DMV office or by mail. The fee is $20. You will receive a temporary paper permit for driving immediately while your new card is mailed.

Replacement Process and Options

Idaho offers specific channels for a duplicate driving permit. Learner's permits for minors often require in-person verification.

• In-Person (Recommended): Visit a County Sheriff's Driver's License office. Use the ITD DMV Office Locator. If under 18, bring a parent or guardian.
• Out-of-State Mail Request: ITD Form 0020 is officially written for replacement Idaho driver's licenses and ID cards. It does not clearly list instruction permits. If the lost credential is a learner's permit and you are temporarily out of state, contact ITD before mailing a replacement request.
• Online Check: Attempt replacement via the Idaho DMV Online Portal. Permits for minors or with restrictions often cannot be replaced online.

Do I need a police report if my Idaho learner's permit was stolen?

The published replacement form does not list a police report as a standard requirement. Reporting a stolen wallet or identity document can still be useful, especially if other identification was taken.

Can I replace an Idaho learner's permit while I am out of state?

Do not assume the normal mail replacement form applies. Idaho Form ITD 0020 is written for replacement driver's licenses and ID cards and does not clearly list instruction permits. If you are temporarily out of state, contact ITD before sending a learner-permit replacement request.

What if my Idaho permit is damaged but still readable?

If damage makes the photo, identifying details, or credential difficult to verify, replace it. If it remains fully legible, contact the county office if you are unsure whether a duplicate is necessary.

Required Documentation and Fees

You must prove your identity to reissue an instruction permit. Bring these documents:

• Primary ID: Certified U.S. Birth Certificate or valid U.S. Passport.
• Social Security Number: Know your number or bring the card.
• Payment: $20 duplicate fee via an accepted payment method at the office.

Can a parent request a replacement permit for a minor? A parent or guardian can help, but do not assume the parent can complete the entire replacement without the permit holder. Follow the county office's instructions for a minor's duplicate transaction.

Does a replacement Idaho permit keep the same expiration date? A duplicate replaces the existing credential; it is not a renewal. If the permit is close to expiring, ask whether you need the renewal process instead of only a duplicate.

Driving Legally and Getting a Temporary Permit

Can you legally drive while waiting for a replacement permit to arrive? You need a valid physical permit in your possession when driving. Detailed citation and forgotten-permit consequences are covered on the dedicated driving-rules page.

How to get a temporary paper permit while waiting: When an in-person replacement is processed, the office can issue a temporary paper credential while the new plastic card is produced. Check the expiry date printed on that credential.

Common Lost, Stolen and Damaged Permit Scenarios

Scenario 1: Lost Permit in Boise. A 16-year-old in Boise visits the Ada County Sheriff's DMV office on Benjamin Lane at 8:30 AM on a Tuesday to avoid the post-lunch rush. They bring their birth certificate, Social Security card, and a parent. They pay the $20 duplicate fee and receive a temporary paper permit on the spot.

Scenario 2: Stolen Permit in Idaho Falls. A learner in Idaho Falls files a police report after their wallet is stolen, then visits the Bonneville County Sheriff's office. They use their passport for ID. The agent verifies their SSN in the system and issues the temporary permit. Their plastic card arrives 12 days later.

• If ITD directs you to use a mail replacement form, follow the current form instructions exactly and include every required signature, fee, and supporting item.
• Verify your local sheriff's office accepts card payments before going to avoid being unable to pay the fee if you only carry plastic.
• Bring every listed document even for a duplicate to prevent being turned away at the Nampa office for relying only on a school ID, which is not accepted as primary proof.