Lost Driver's License — How to Get a New One Fast

Lost your license — don't drive without it

Driving without a driver's license is an offense punishable by a fine. That's why it's important to start the process of getting a new one as soon as possible.

Step 1: Report the loss

You need to report the loss of your driver's license at the nearest police station. The police will issue you a confirmation of the reported loss, which temporarily serves as proof that you've initiated the process.

Step 2: Prepare documentation

To obtain a duplicate driver's license, you need:

• ID card (valid)
• Confirmation of reported loss from the police
• Medical certificate (in some cases, depending on the age of the previous license)
• Photo (usually taken on-site at CIPS)
• Fee payment for issuing a duplicate

Step 3: Submit the application

Submit the application for a duplicate at the CIPS center (Center for Issuing Travel and Identification Documents) according to your place of residence.

The fee for issuing a duplicate driver's license is approximately 30-50 BAM, depending on the entity.

Step 4: Collection

A new driver's license is usually produced within 10-15 working days. In urgent cases, you can request an expedited procedure for an additional fee.

Important notes

• If the license was stolen, make sure to state this in the report — the procedure is the same, but police keep records
• The duplicate has the same validity period as the original license
• If your license has expired, you'll need to go through the renewal procedure which includes a medical examination
• While waiting for your new license, do not drive — the loss confirmation is not a substitute for a driver's license

Digital copy for the future

We recommend photographing your driver's license and saving the image in a safe place (email, cloud storage). It won't replace the physical document, but it will speed up the process if loss occurs again.