V62 Application Form: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
V62 Application Form: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
The V62 is the DVLA's official application form for a replacement V5C vehicle registration certificate (logbook). Whether you've lost your V5C, bought a car without one, or the document has been damaged, the V62 application form is how you get a new one issued. This guide explains exactly what the V62 application form is, how to fill it in correctly, and — if you'd rather skip the paperwork — how CarForms.co.uk can handle the whole thing online.
What is the V62 application form?
The V62 is a paper form published by the DVLA. Its full name is "Application for a Vehicle Registration Certificate". You use it to request a replacement V5C — the document that shows who is the registered keeper of a vehicle. The V5C is commonly called a logbook.
The DVLA does not offer the V62 form online. You cannot download or print it. You must pick up a physical copy from a Post Office branch that handles vehicle tax. The form is free to collect.
When do you need a V62?
You need to complete a V62 application form if any of the following apply to you:
- You have lost your V5C logbook
- Your V5C has been damaged, destroyed, or stolen
- You bought a car and the seller did not pass on the V5C
- Your V5C shows incorrect details that need updating
- You need a replacement because the V5C was never received after a recent application
If you're a registered keeper who has simply moved house, you can update your address online via the DVLA without a V62. But if you no longer have the V5C at all, the V62 application form is what you need.
How to fill in the V62 form — section by section
The V62 application form is two pages long. Here's what each section asks for and how to complete it correctly.
Section 1 — Vehicle details
Enter the vehicle's registration number (number plate), make (e.g. Ford, Vauxhall), and model (e.g. Focus, Astra). You'll also need the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or chassis number. This is a 17-character code stamped on the vehicle — usually found on a plate inside the door frame, under the bonnet, or on the dashboard near the windscreen.
Section 2 — Keeper details
Fill in your full name and current address. If you are a company, enter the registered company name and address. This is where the replacement V5C will be posted, so make sure it is accurate.
Section 3 — Declaration
Sign and date the form to confirm the information is correct and that you are the registered keeper (or applying on behalf of one). This section also asks you to confirm why you need a replacement — for example, lost, stolen, or purchased without one.
What you need before you start
Before completing the V62, gather the following:
| Item | Where to find it | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle registration number | Number plate | Yes — always |
| Vehicle make and model | Any insurance or MOT document | Yes — always |
| VIN / chassis number | Inside door frame, under bonnet, or dashboard | Yes — always |
| Your full name and address | — | Yes — always |
| Payment of £25 | Cheque, postal order, or card at Post Office | Yes — unless taxing at same time |
| MOT certificate or insurance details | Your insurer or MOT garage | Sometimes — if taxing at same time |
How much does a V62 application cost?
The DVLA charges £25 for a replacement V5C when you apply using the V62 application form. This fee is the same regardless of whether you post the form directly to the DVLA or submit it at a Post Office.
One exception: if you are taxing your vehicle at a Post Office at the same time as submitting your V62, the £25 fee is waived. You only pay the vehicle tax itself in that case.
If you use CarForms.co.uk's Complete Service, the total cost is £49.95 — this includes the £25 DVLA fee and a service fee that covers preparing and submitting all documents on your behalf.
Where to send the completed V62 form
Once you have filled in the V62 application form, you have two options for submitting it:
Option 1 — Submit at a Post Office
Take the completed form to a Post Office that deals with vehicle licensing. A counter clerk will check your form and take payment. The Post Office sends the form to the DVLA on your behalf. You do not need to do anything else.
Option 2 — Post directly to the DVLA
Send the completed form with a cheque or postal order (payable to DVLA, Swansea) to:
DVLASwansea
SA99 1AR
Use a secure, trackable postal service. The DVLA cannot be held responsible for forms lost in the post.
How long does it take?
The DVLA aims to process V62 applications within 6 working days of receiving the form. Allow extra time for postage in both directions. In practice, most applicants receive their replacement V5C within two weeks of submitting the form.
If you applied more than four weeks ago and have not received anything, contact the DVLA directly on 0300 790 6802 (Monday to Friday, 8am–7pm; Saturday, 8am–2pm).
The easier online alternative
If the idea of collecting a form from the Post Office, tracking down your VIN, writing a cheque, and waiting in a queue doesn't appeal — you are not alone. That's exactly why CarForms.co.uk exists.
CarForms.co.uk provides a straightforward online form that walks you through the same information the V62 asks for. Once you've submitted your details, the team prepares your DVLA application and handles the paperwork for you. There's nothing to print, no Post Office visit, and no envelope to find.
It takes around 5 minutes to complete online, and your replacement V5C arrives by post from the DVLA in the same timeframe as a standard V62 application.
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