Oregon Lost Permit Replacement: $30 Fee, Online and In-Person Options

Driving without your physical Oregon instruction permit is illegal. To replace a lost permit, you must obtain a duplicate immediately. The replacement fee is $30.

Replacing a Lost or Stolen Oregon Instruction Permit

Eligible Oregon permit holders can replace a lost or stolen instruction permit online through DMV2U or at a DMV office. The standard replacement fee is $30. Use the office route when the online service does not fit your situation, such as when additional identity/photo work is required.

• Online Replacement (DMV2U): If your address is current and your photo is less than 9 years old, use DMV2U. Oregon.gov. After paying the $30 fee, print or save the receipt. This receipt is your legal temporary permit for driving. Learn more on replacing permits online.
• In-Person Appointment: Visit a DMV office if you need a new photo, identity verification fails online, or you are getting a Real ID. After applying and paying the $30 fee, you will receive a paper interim permit valid for 30 days. Check if you need to schedule an appointment beforehand.

A student in Eugene lost their permit on a Friday. They used DMV2U online, printed the receipt, and were legally able to continue their driving practice with an instructor that weekend.

Do I need to report a stolen Oregon instruction permit to the police?

Oregon DMV's replacement steps do not list a police report as a requirement for replacing a stolen permit. If the theft may involve identity theft or other crime, a separate police or fraud report can still be useful.

Can I replace a damaged Oregon instruction permit online?

Yes, if you meet DMV2U eligibility requirements. Oregon lists lost, stolen, or damaged instruction permits as replacement situations, and eligible replacements can be ordered online.

Can I replace my Oregon permit while temporarily outside Oregon?

If DMV2U allows your replacement transaction, you can order it online while away. Make sure DMV has the correct mailing address because Oregon says the mailed card will not be forwarded by USPS.

Can I keep practicing driving while my replacement Oregon permit is in the mail?

If you complete an eligible online replacement, DMV provides an online receipt to use as proof of valid driving privileges while the card is mailed. Carry that official temporary proof when you drive and continue following all permit supervision rules.

What if I do not know my Oregon permit number when replacing it online? Do not guess. Start the DMV2U replacement process and use its identity or security checks. If DMV2U cannot locate or verify your record, Oregon DMV Customer Assistance can help with record identifiers such as your Oregon customer number.

Documents Needed for an Oregon Permit Replacement

Replacement requirements depend on whether you use DMV2U or a DMV office. A standard replacement costs $30. Knowledge and vision retesting are not required merely because the card was lost; Oregon's retesting rule applies when the instruction permit has been expired for more than one year.

• For Online Replacement: You need your name, date of birth, and permit number or ZIP code.
• For In-Person Replacement: Bring the identity/residency documents DMV requires for your replacement transaction. For an under-18 permit holder, the original parent/guardian consent remains on file for subsequent issuances until the applicant turns 18.
• For a REAL ID Upgrade: Bring the required REAL ID identity and two address documents. Provide your SSN if assigned; a physical Social Security card is not universally required.

If your replacement requires an office visit, review the current identity and residency requirements before the appointment so the transaction is not delayed.

Check the full list of accepted documents for Oregon instruction permits to ensure you bring the right proof of identity and residency.

Oregon DMV Replacement Fees and Processing Times for 2026

The standard Oregon driver license or permit replacement fee is $30. Eligible online replacement customers receive an online receipt that serves as temporary proof of driving privileges; office transactions can provide an interim document when applicable. Allow the DMV mailing window for the plastic card and contact DMV if it does not arrive within the stated period.

For broader permit-cost planning, use the dedicated Oregon fee guide.

Does replacing a lost Oregon permit change its expiration date?

A replacement is not a renewal. It replaces the credential you lost, stole, damaged, or changed; do not treat it as a new two-year permit term. If the permit is expiring, follow the renewal rules instead.