Registration Cancel in Lilydale
You can cancel your registration at all times and request a refund for the time period you won't be able use your vehicle or vessel.
All drivers are allowed to apply for a cancelation when:
- If the vehicle or vessel has been stolen - The driver can cancel the vehicle`s registration and request the refund starting on the day of the theft.
- If the driver is affected by any disease or disability and is no able to drive safely - If you have suffered this, you may cancel the registration of your vehicle.
- If there were an accident and the vehicle has been destroyed - You can request the cancelation of the registration and apply for the reimbursement of the money from the day of the accident.
- When selling your vehicle or vessel.
- Other special circumstances.
If you want to request a cancelation of your registration, there are different ways you can proceed.
You can do it online by visiting your VicRoads account and choosing the option “Cancel my registration”. In this case, you may request the refund of the money at the same time. Also, by using this method, you will have to provide real evidence of the destruction of the vehicle`s number plates.
Another of the possible ways to proceed is to visit one of the VicRoads customer service centers. In this case bring your vehicle`s number plates along with your ID or equivalent that proves your identity. (Due to the COVID situation this service may have suffered some changes, and it is highly recommended to use the online service until further notice.).
In some scenarios, the VicRoads allows the driver 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 will be necessary to inform the VicRoads department and to be aware that a fee will be conducted in order to complete the transaction. For more information please visit the VicRoads official website.
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 allowed to request a reimbursement after the cancellation has been conducted, but is highly recommended to request the refund at the same time you request the cancellation to avoid misunderstandings and to save time.
There are 3 different ways you may request a refund:
- In person - Visiting a VicRoads customer service center.
- Online - By your VicRoads account.
- By regular mail - Sending a refund form to the address “VicRoads - GPO Box 1644, Melbourne - VIC 3001”.
All refunds will be sended in a cheque to your home address provided in the system in a 4 weeks time period. Taxes and other administration fees will be deducted from the total amount to reimburse.
