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Replace lost, stolen, or damaged documents in Quebec

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Facts checked September 2026 · See what changed · How we check

Per-document steps for Quebec 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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    Quebec provincial documents

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    Birth Certificate

    Provincial
    AgencyDirecteur de l'état civil (DEClic! online)
    FeeVerify current fee at the official link below
    NoteOrder a replacement birth certificate online via DEClic! at the Directeur de l'état civil.
    TimelineAllow 2–8 weeks for standard delivery; expedited options may be available
    Apply at Directeur de l'état civil (DEClic! online) →

    Driver's Licence

    Provincial
    AgencySAAQ (Societe de l'assurance automobile du Quebec)
    FeeVerify current fee at the official link below
    NoteReport loss/theft/damage and request a replacement at SAAQ online or at a service outlet.
    Replace at SAAQ (Societe de l'assurance automobile du Quebec) →

    Health Card: RAMQ card (carte d'assurance maladie)

    Provincial
    AgencyRAMQ (Regie de l'assurance maladie du Quebec)
    NoteReplace online, by mail, or in person at a RAMQ service outlet.
    Replace RAMQ card (carte d'assurance maladie) →

    Vehicle registration: Certificat d'immatriculation (registration certificate)

    Provincial

    Selling? A lost certificate does not stop an eligible sale.

    SAAQ states that the certificat d'immatriculation is not proof of ownership ("le certificat d'immatriculation n'est pas un titre de propriété"). A private transfer runs through SAAQclic as an account-based transaction: the seller starts it using the buyer's identification number from their driver's licence, not by handing over the certificate. SAAQ says a transfer can now be done "sans avoir à se déplacer vers un point de service". So a lost certificate does not by itself stop an eligible sale, and you can reprint it free from SAAQclic anyway.

    AgencySAAQ
    FeeFree if printed online through SAAQclic, otherwise $5.45 at a service outlet
    IDOne of: driver's licence, health insurance card, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, or proof of citizenship issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada
    Replace at SAAQ →

    If the registered owner has died

    A succession or inheritance transfer is one of the cases SAAQclic cannot handle. The liquidator of the succession must go to a service outlet with the successor or new owner, so both attend together. Bring proof of death: a death certificate issued by the Directeur de l'état civil, an obituary, a coroner's report, or a burial certificate. A Declaration by the Liquidator of the Succession form is part of the process.

    Estate transfer process →

    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)

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    SIN: Confirmation of SIN

    Federal
    AgencyService Canada
    FeeFree
    NoteService 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.
    Service Canada: lost/stolen SIN →

    Passport (lost or stolen)

    Federal
    AgencyPassport Canada / Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
    Steps
    1. Report the loss, call Passport Canada: 1-800-567-6868
    2. If it was still valid, complete the declaration on form PPTC 203 and include it with your application
    3. 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 only
    NoteReport it first, then check whether you can renew.
    Passport Canada: lost/stolen guide →

    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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    Build your Quebec replacement checklist

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    Frequently asked questions

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    How do I replace a lost birth certificate in Quebec?

    Apply to Directeur de l'état civil (DEClic! online). Verify the current fee at the official link. Order a replacement birth certificate online via DEClic! at the Directeur de l'état civil. Standard delivery takes 2–8 weeks; expedited options may be available.

    How do I replace a lost driver's licence in Quebec?

    Contact SAAQ (Societe de l'assurance automobile du Quebec). Report loss/theft/damage and request a replacement at SAAQ online or at a service outlet. Verify the current fee at the official link above.

    How do I replace a lost RAMQ card (carte d'assurance maladie) card?

    Replace online, by mail, or in person at a RAMQ service outlet.

    Can I still sell my car if I lost the Quebec registration document?

    In most cases yes. SAAQ states that the certificat d'immatriculation is not proof of ownership ("le certificat d'immatriculation n'est pas un titre de propriété"). A private transfer runs through SAAQclic as an account-based transaction: the seller starts it using the buyer's identification number from their driver's licence, not by handing over the certificate. SAAQ says a transfer can now be done "sans avoir à se déplacer vers un point de service". So a lost certificate does not by itself stop an eligible sale, and you can reprint it free from SAAQclic anyway.

    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.

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    Related guides

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    Change of Address

    Update your address with CRA, RAMQ (Regie de l'assurance maladie du Quebec), SAAQ (Societe de l'assurance automobile du Quebec), and every other agency.

    After a Death

    Cancelling or transferring documents belonging to someone who has passed away.

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Moving to Quebec from another province? The route-specific checklist:

Ontario to Quebec

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.