Replace lost, stolen, or damaged documents in Prince Edward Island
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Per-document steps for Prince Edward Island residents: official agencies, current links, and a free downloadable checklist.
If documents were stolen: file a police report and keep a copy before starting any replacement application.
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Prince Edward Island provincial documents
Open this section ↓Birth Certificate
ProvincialApply at PEI Vital Statistics →AgencyPEI Vital StatisticsFee$25 standard / $35 detailed (detailed recommended for travel with children under 16)TimelineAllow 2–8 weeks for standard delivery; expedited options may be availableDriver's Licence
ProvincialReplace at Access PEI →AgencyAccess PEIFeeVerify current fee at the official link belowHealth Card: PEI Health Card
ProvincialReplace PEI Health Card →AgencyHealth PEINoteContact Health PEI to request a replacement health card.↑ Close this sectionVehicle registration: Registration permit (duplicate)
ProvincialSelling? Replace it first.
On PEI, handing over the permit is part of the legal transfer, not just good practice. The Highway Traffic Act requires the registered owner to sign the application for transfer, endorse the name and address of the transferee and the date on the reverse side of the registration permit, and deliver the permit to the transferee. The consumer-facing page lists the vehicle permit signed off by the previous owner among the required documents. A lost permit therefore has to be replaced before a standard transfer can be completed.
Replace at Access PEI →AgencyAccess PEIFee$10 (duplicate registration permit). A transfer of vehicle ownership is a separate $20 fee.If the registered owner has diedRegistry step not published
PEI does not publish a dedicated transfer-upon-death registration process we can cite. The Highway Traffic Act does cover who may request the duplicate: the owner, or the legal representative or successor in interest of the owner, so an executor, administrator or heir can apply for it. Separately, PEI publishes a Retail Sales Tax exemption for inherited vehicles that asks for a copy of the will identifying the vehicle, a sworn statement from the executor, and a certificate of death. Start with Access PEI for the registration side.
Selling the vehicle? Sell a car privately walks the rest of the transfer, and what to do when someone dies covers the wider estate paperwork.
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Federal documents (every province)
Open this section ↓SIN: Confirmation of SIN
FederalService Canada: lost/stolen SIN →AgencyService CanadaFeeFreeNoteService Canada no longer issues SIN cards. You receive a Confirmation of SIN letter instead. Apply online via My Service Canada Account or in person at any Service Canada centre with 2 original pieces of ID.↑ Close this sectionPassport (lost or stolen)
FederalPassport Canada: lost/stolen guide →AgencyPassport Canada / Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship CanadaSteps- Report the loss, call Passport Canada: 1-800-567-6868
- If it was still valid, complete the declaration on form PPTC 203 and include it with your application
- If it had already expired, renew or apply in the normal way; no special form is needed
FeeIf it was still valid: the regular fee plus a $45 replacement fee. If it had already expired: the regular fee onlyNoteReport it first, then check whether you can renew.Lost, stolen or damaged passport: report it to 1-800-567-6868, file PPTC 203, and expect the $45 surcharge on a lost or stolen replacement. The passport guide: lost, stolen or damaged →
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Frequently asked questions
Open this section ↓↑ Close this sectionHow do I replace a lost birth certificate in Prince Edward Island?
Apply to PEI Vital Statistics. Fee: $25 standard / $35 detailed (detailed recommended for travel with children under 16). Standard delivery takes 2–8 weeks; expedited options may be available.
How do I replace a lost driver's licence in Prince Edward Island?
Contact Access PEI. Verify the current fee at the official link above.
How do I replace a lost PEI Health Card card?
Contact Health PEI to request a replacement health card.
Can I still sell my car if I lost the Prince Edward Island registration document?
Not through the standard process. Prince Edward Island runs the transfer on the physical document, so replace it first: $10 (duplicate registration permit). A transfer of vehicle ownership is a separate $20 fee., through Access PEI.
How do I get a SIN replacement?
Service Canada no longer issues SIN cards. Request a free Confirmation of SIN letter online via My Service Canada Account, or in person at any Service Canada centre with 2 original pieces of ID. No fee.
What do I do if I lost my Canadian passport?
Report it to Passport Canada (1-800-567-6868), then check whether you can renew. If the lost or stolen passport was still valid, include form PPTC 203 and pay the regular fee plus a $45 replacement fee. If it had already expired, just renew or apply in the normal way.
Facts checked September 2026
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Informational guide only. Guidepost is not a law firm. This guide explains the typical process and is not legal advice. Requirements can change. Verify current rules with the relevant government authority or a qualified professional before you act.