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DCT · 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.

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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

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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.