Refunds

Apply for a Vehicle Licence/sticker Refund

Refunds are issued as per the Fees Policy. A refund may be issued to an individual or company for the fee paid for vehicle registration/stickers if:

  • The licence plate(s) and validation stickers are returned unused;
  • The licence plate(s) and validation stickers are returned and received by MRD within 3 months from the date of issue; or
  • The licence plate(s) and validation stickers are returned and received by MRD after 3 months but within six months of the date of issue.

The refund amount is:

  • 60% of the annual fee paid, if received within 3 months;
  • 40% of the annual fee paid, if received after three months, but within 6 months.

If the registered vehicle is 4,500 Kg or greater, the refund amount will be the fee for the number of months remaining to the expiry (excluding the month when the plate(s) and stickers were received).

Motor Registration will not issue any refund for:

  • A refund amount calculated at less than $20
  • A registration fee for a vehicle that has been traded or sold, if the plate(s) and stickers were not returned
  • A vehicle that has been scrapped, written off as the result of an accident, or the owner has removed from the highway, if the plate(s) and stickers were not returned
  • A commercial vehicle or passenger vehicle licence that is suspended or cancelled.
  • A vehicle that has less than 6 months remaining until the expiry

Please note:

  • An administration fee of $20.00 may be applicable if the vehicle renewal was paid online or at a financial institution.
  • Outstanding fines or fees must be paid before a refund is issued; this will be subtracted from the refund amount and the balance will be refunded.

To Apply for a Vehicle Licence/sticker Refund

  • apply in writing to Motor Registration at PO Box 8710, St. John’s, NL, A1B 4J5 or drop box
  • email mrdrefunds@gov.nl.ca or
  • fax to 709-729-0102

Please include:

  • a return address
  • a telephone number or email address where you can be contacted
  • the licence plate(s)
  • the unused sticker(s)

Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing