Duplicate carte grise 2026: loss, theft or damage — complete guide

Have you lost your carte grise, had it stolen, or is the document illegible / damaged? Without a valid registration certificate you cannot sell the vehicle, pass certain checks, or prove ownership at a roadside stop. This 2026 guide covers the duplicate carte grise request case by case, the document list, cost, timelines, and how to complete the process online with an accredited professional.

Ready to start? Open your file on the duplicate registration certificate page — we generate the Cerfa forms and transmit to the SIV.

What is a duplicate carte grise?

A duplicate is a new edition of the registration certificate (CI) in the name of the same holder (and co-holder if any), for the same vehicle. It is not a change of ownership, a change of address, or a technical correction: it replaces a lost, stolen or damaged title.

The duplicate often mentions the reason (loss, theft, damage). The plate number stays the same unless your registration is still in the old FNI format (e.g. 1234 AB 56): the SIV may then issue a SIV plate (e.g. AB-123-CD) and you will need new plates.

When should you request a duplicate?

Situation	Reason to declare	Particularity
Carte grise cannot be found	Loss	Loss declaration Cerfa (13754)
Carte grise stolen	Theft	Police complaint + Cerfa 13754
Torn, stained or illegible document	Damage	Keep the damaged original

As soon as the title is unusable, start the process: driving without a carte grise can lead to a fine. For a sale, the buyer needs a coherent title (or a properly built transfer file); a recent duplicate secures the transaction.

Before you start: two essential checks

1. Valid roadworthiness test (contrôle technique)

If the vehicle requires a CT and it has expired, you generally cannot take a new test without an identification document. First order a vehicle identification form (FIV), pass the CT, then request the duplicate.

2. Up-to-date address on the title

If the address on the carte grise is no longer yours and you never declared the move, processing can take longer (ANTS transmission). Ideally regularise first via a change of address, or allow extra time on the duplicate.

Documents required by reason

In every case, prepare:

• valid ID of the holder (and co-holder if any);
• proof of address less than 6 months old;
• registration certificate request Cerfa (13750);
• mandate (Cerfa 13757) if you use an accredited professional.

Case 1 — Loss

• Loss declaration (Cerfa 13754)
• ID + address + Cerfa 13750 / 13757

Case 2 — Theft

• Theft declaration (Cerfa 13754)
• Police complaint filed with the authorities
• ID + address + Cerfa 13750 / 13757

Case 3 — Damage

• Damaged carte grise (keep it — it may be requested)
• ID + address + Cerfa 13750 / 13757

On our duplicate registration certificate flow, Cerfa forms can be generated or uploaded at the end of the order — you do not have to complete everything alone on the ANTS portal.

Who can make the request?

• Only the holder or co-holder of the certificate.
• In leasing / hire purchase, the carte grise is often in the finance company’s name: report the loss/theft and obtain a mandate to act.
• For a moped registered to a minor, the legal representative must sign.

How much does a duplicate carte grise cost in 2026?

Unlike a change of ownership, a duplicate does not, in principle, recalculate regional tax Y1 (fiscal horsepower). You mainly pay:

• fixed state taxes (roughly: management tax + delivery fee, about €13.76);
• service fee of the accredited provider if you do not go through ANTS alone (on officecartegrise.com, about €40 service fee excluding state taxes — indicative total around €53.76 as shown on the procedure page).

For estimates on other procedures (purchase, import), use the carte grise cost calculator or the tax simulator.

Timelines: what should you expect?

After a complete file is validated and transmitted, the title is usually printed then sent by secure mail. Allow often 4 to 7 business days for delivery once the file is accepted — longer if documents are missing, if the address must be regularised via ANTS, or during peak periods.

In the meantime, keep a copy of your loss/theft declaration and the filing receipt — useful at a roadside check.

Steps to get your duplicate online

1. Check CT and address (FIV and/or change of address if needed).
2. Choose the reason (loss, theft, damage) and gather the documents.
3. Start the order on duplicate registration certificate.
4. Pay taxes + service fee, then upload your documents (scans) at the end of the flow.
5. We review the file and transmit it; you receive the new title at home.

Common pitfalls (and how to avoid them)

• Expired CT without FIV — start with the vehicle identification form.
• Outdated address — plan a change of address or a longer ANTS delay.
• Forgotten co-holder — documents and signatures from both parties if the title is co-held.
• Theft without a police complaint — the theft file is incomplete without it.
• Destroying the damaged carte grise too soon — keep it until you receive the duplicate (then a few more years as a precaution).
• Confusion with a sale — if you sold the vehicle, it is no longer a duplicate: see vehicle transfer declaration and transfer code.

Duplicate and FNI → SIV plate format

If your registration is of the type 1234 AB 56 (old FNI format), the duplicate may come with a new SIV registration. You will then need to:

• have new plates made;
• notify your insurer of the new number.

With a plate already in SIV format (AB-123-CD), the number usually stays the same.

FAQ — duplicate carte grise

Can I drive without a carte grise while waiting for the duplicate?

You should be able to justify your situation (loss/theft declaration, filing receipt). The best approach is to start the process immediately. For a long trip, carry proof of filing.

Does the duplicate change the holder?

No. For a purchase/sale, use change of ownership.

How long to receive the title?

Often 4–7 business days after a complete file is accepted, by secure mail.

What if my CT has expired?

Order a FIV, pass the test, then request the duplicate.

Is the duplicate more expensive in Île-de-France?

Not for the “fixed taxes” logic of a duplicate. Regional variation of fiscal horsepower mainly affects ownership changes / first registrations, not a simple title replacement.

Can I apply only on the ANTS portal?

Yes, via ANTS with FranceConnect. An accredited provider like Office Carte Grise simplifies Cerfa forms, document checks and tracking — especially if you struggle with the account or scans.

Take action

Loss, theft or damaged document: do not leave the file pending. Start your duplicate carte grise now, upload your documents online, and receive your new registration certificate at home.

Office Carte Grise also handles related procedures: change of address, change of ownership, foreign vehicle, classic vehicle registration.