To obtain a duplicate vehicle owner certificate (also known as a duplicate
registration certificate) for a motorcycle from the Department of Motor
Traffic (DMT) in Sri Lanka, follow these steps:
1. Report the Loss to the Police
- If the original certificate is lost, stolen, or damaged, you must first file
a complaint at the nearest police station.
- Obtain a Police Report (also called a "B Report") regarding the loss or
damage.
2. Prepare Required Documents
- Original Police Report (if the certificate is lost or stolen).
- National Identity Card (NIC) or a valid form of identification.
- Copy of the Lost Certificate (if available).
- Revenue License (if available).
- Completed Application Form (available at the DMT or online).
3. Visit the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT)
- Go to the nearest DMT office. The main office is in Werahera,
Boralesgamuwa, but regional offices may also provide this service.
- Submit the required documents to the relevant counter.
4. Pay the Fee
- Pay the prescribed fee for issuing a duplicate certificate. The fee may
vary depending on the type of vehicle and the urgency of the request.
- Keep the payment receipt as proof.
5. Collect the Duplicate Certificate
- After processing, you will be issued a duplicate vehicle owner
certificate.
- The processing time may vary, but it is usually issued on the same day
or within a few days.
6. Additional Notes
- If the motorcycle is under a lease or hire purchase agreement, you
may need a letter of consent from the leasing company.
- If you are unable to visit the DMT in person, you may authorize
someone else to handle the process on your behalf with a signed
authorization letter.
7. Online Services (if available)
- Check if the DMT offers online services for duplicate certificates. Some
processes may be initiated online, but you may still need to visit the office
to complete the process.
Contact Information:
- DMT Main Office: Werahera, Boralesgamuwa, Sri Lanka.
- Hotline: 1919 (for inquiries).
Make sure to verify the latest requirements and procedures with the DMT,
as processes may change over time.