Registration Cancel in Horsham
All drivers may cancel their registration at all times and request a refund for the period they won't be able use their vehicle or vessel.
These circumstances are:
- In the case the vehicle or vessel has been stolen - the driver can cancel the vehicle`s registration and request a refund from the day of the theft.
- If the driver has suffered any disease or disability and is no longer able to drive safely - the driver may cancel the registration of the vehicle.
- In the case when an accident has occurred and the vehicle has been destroyed - the driver can request the cancelation of the vehicle’s registration and apply for the reimbursement of the money from the day of the accident.
- In the case of a vehicle or vessel salesment.
- Other special circumstances.
There are different ways to proceed if you want to request the cancelation of your registration.
You can also do it online by entering your VicRoads account and choosing the option “Cancel my registration”. In this case, you should request the refund of the money at the same time of the cancelation. If you choose this method, consider that you will have to provide real prooves of the destruction of the vehicle`s number plates.
If you prefer you can visit one of the VicRoads customer service centers and bring your vehicle`s number plates along with a valid ID (or any equivalent to prove your identity). Please note that due to the COVID situation this service may vary, until further it is highly recommended to use the online service.
The VicRoads allows, in some scenarios, to keep the number plates or to transfer a number plate from a vehicle to another one. In case you prefer to keep your number plate, it is necessary that you inform the VicRoads department and be aware that a fee will be conducted in order to complete the transaction. Please visit the VicRoads official website for more information.
How to request a Refund
Before proceeding with this process it is very important that you keep your home address updated in the system at all times, as the corresponding amount of money reimbursed will arrive at your home address in a cheque within 4 weeks.
In the case you have cancelled your registration, you can apply for a reimbursement of the unused period to the VicRoads.
It is also allowed to request a reimbursement after the cancellation has been conducted, but is our recommendation to request the refund at the same time you request the cancellation to save time and avoid any confusion.
To request a refund, there are 3 different ways you may use:
- Online - Using your VicRoads account.
- In person - Visiting one of the VicRoads customer service centers.
- By mail - Sending a refund form to “VicRoads - GPO Box 1644, Melbourne - VIC 3001”.
All refunds will be sended in a cheque to your home address provided in the system in approximately 4 weeks. Note that all taxes and other administration fees will be deducted from the total amount.
