Cancel or refund your vehicle registration

Important information

  • You may be eligible for a refund if there is at least one whole month remaining on the registration.
  • You'll need to provide one of the following: your MVR Customer ID, your NT evidence of age card number or your NT driver licence number.
  • If the vehicle has been transferred in another state or territory, you'll need to attach the plate surrender receipt.
  • If you aren't the owner of the vehicle, you'll need to attach written approval from the owner to your application.
  • If you are applying as a company, you'll need to attach your written letter of authority to act on behalf of the company.

Start now

This takes about 5 minutes.

Payment options

If you are eligible for a refund, an administration fee is payable and will be deducted from the refund.

After you apply

If you need to return your number plates to MVR, you can book an appointment to do this at MVR Darwin.

You can also return your plates in person at any MVR office.

Other ways to apply

You can submit an application in person at an MVR office.  Find out more about attending in person to cancel or refund your vehicle registration.

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