The SyncPowered by The License GuysDCT · Declarations & certificates
Declaration in respect of lost documents
The DCT is the declaration that a vehicle or licensing document has been lost, stolen or destroyed, and supports an application for a replacement.
- Form code
- DCT
- Form type
- Declarations & certificates
- Related vehicle transaction
- Lost document replacement
- Who normally uses it
- Any owner or representative replacing a lost vehicle document
When you would use the DCT
- A licence disc, registration certificate or notice is lost
- A duplicate document application requires a declaration
What the DCT asks for
- Identification of the person or organisation (ID number, or business/traffic register number for a company)
- The document that was lost and the circumstances
- Vehicle identification (licence number, VIN/chassis, engine number, make and model)
- Signature of the applicant or an authorised proxy or representative
How The License Guys SA help with the DCT
Tell us what you need and we handle the DCT for you: we confirm exactly which information and supporting documents the form requires, prepare the application, submit it and deliver the outcome — and every step is tracked in THE SYNC.
Forms often used with the DCT
DRCApplication for a duplicate registration or deregistration certificateThe DRC applies for a duplicate registration certificate (RC1) or deregistration certificate when the original is lost, damaged or destroyed.SOASworn affidavit in respect of a motor vehicleThe SOA is a sworn affidavit about a motor vehicle, used where the licensing authority requires a signed statement of fact to support a transaction.ACVApplication for a certificate in respect of a motor vehicleThe ACV applies for an official certificate in respect of a motor vehicle, such as a confirmation of the recorded particulars.
The License Guys SA is a private vehicle administration business and is not NaTIS, the RTMC or a licensing authority. This page explains the official DCT form so you know what it is for; the official form itself remains the property of the relevant authority and requirements can change without notice.