Nevada Lost Permit Replacement: $17.50 Fee, Online Blocked Within 60 Days

Losing your Nevada instruction permit requires immediate action. See the Nevada learners permit guide for replacement steps. to get a duplicate driving permit. The process involves either an online request or an in-person visit.

Requirements for Online Nevada Permit Replacement

Lost, Stolen and Damaged Permits Use the Duplicate-Credential Process

Nevada DMV uses its duplicate-credential service for a lost, stolen or damaged credential. Instruction permits are subject to the same online eligibility restrictions listed for duplicate credentials, including the 60-day expiration window and suspension or revocation restrictions.

Ordering a duplicate instruction permit online is the fastest method if you meet the eligibility requirements.

• Permit Status: Your permit must be active and not suspended or revoked
• Cannot order online if your permit expires within 60 days
• Cannot order online if you changed address since issuance
• MyDMV account required with Issue Date from your lost permit

Log into MyDMV, select "Duplicate Driver License/ID/Permit," and pay $17.50. Your previous photo will be used.

Nevada DMV mails duplicates but does not provide a temporary permit for online orders.

Where Do You Apply for an In-Person Nevada Permit Replacement?

Police report for a stolen permit: Nevada DMV's published duplicate-credential instructions do not list a police report as a standard replacement requirement. Follow the DMV duplicate process for the replacement itself.

Visit any DMV office for an instruction permit replacement if you cannot use the online service.

• Nevada DMV recommends making an appointment before your visit
• Complete the Application for Driving Privileges or ID Card (DMV 002) before your visit
• For a duplicate, Nevada DMV requires the completed DMV 002 form
• Minors need a parent or guardian to sign in front of a DMV agent or have it notarized beforehand

Can You Drive While Waiting for Your Nevada Replacement Permit?

You must have a valid permit with you while driving. Nevada law requires physical possession of your license.

• In-Person Applicants: DMV issues a paper interim permit immediately for legal driving
• Online Orders: No temporary document provided; you cannot drive during the 7-10 day mail period
• Plastic card arrives by mail within 7-10 business days

If a replacement card arrives with incorrect information, use the dedicated permit-error process rather than treating it as a lost-permit issue.