Request Letter for Duplicate Driving License
A lost driving licence needs a police report plus a formal duplicate request to the licensing authority. This free template combines both steps into one clear letter so you can get back on the road legally with minimum delay.
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File a police report about the lost licence first, because the licensing authority will ask for it. Keep the complaint copy safe, as it doubles as interim proof that you hold a licence if you are stopped while the duplicate is being processed.
Check whether your city offers duplicate licences online. Many traffic police departments now let you apply through a portal or app with your CNIC number, upload a photo, pay the fee digitally, and collect the card or have it delivered. The online route is usually faster than queuing at the licensing branch.
Carry your CNIC, the police report, two passport-size photographs, and the fee when you apply in person. If your licence details have changed, such as your address, update them in the same visit to avoid a second trip.
A non-obvious tip: photograph or photocopy both sides of your new licence the day you receive it and store the images in your email. The next time you lose it, you will have the licence number, issue date, and categories ready, which makes the duplicate application dramatically faster.
While waiting, carry the application receipt and police report whenever you drive. These documents satisfy most traffic officers during routine checks, but they are not a substitute for the licence itself, so avoid long journeys until the duplicate arrives.
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