ACT Rego Renewal

ACT Rego Renewal 2024 | Cost & Methods with Complete Guide

Rego Check stands for Registration Check is an online search and registration using the vehicle’s notice reference number or registration status. It is a state-based service. The vehicles registered in the Australian Capital Territory can use the Rego Check ACT.

Online ACT rego check located on the ACT (Access Canberra website) lets you know if the ACT-registered vehicle is under a current registration and the date of expiration. You can also get a run or check on a bike, car, truck, caravan, or trailer. Moreover, you can get a comprehensive vehicle history report for only $14.99.

Renew Registration Canberra

Residents of ACT should renew their vehicle registration every 12 months. All the stages except MAI (CTP) insurance, NSW are included in the registration. ACT insurers charge premiums based on the vehicle class like taxi, bus, passenger vehicle, motorcycle, etc.

It is very easy to renew your vehicle’s registration. All you have to do is to receive a courtesy reminder before your vehicle registration expires. You need to maintain your contact details online to receive this email. Then, you can renew your registration online at an Access Canberra location or Australia Post:

  • Belconnen
  • Civic
  • Dickson
  • Gungahlin
  • Mitchell
  • Tuggeranong
  • Woden

Please make sure to renew your ACT registration anytime until it has expired for 12 months. You must start a new registration after this registration lapses. It means your vehicle’s registration needs to be re-established and not just renewed.

Ways for ACT Rego Renewal

There are three ways to renew your vehicle registration:

  • Online
  • By calling Access Canberra on 132281
  • By visiting an Access Canberra Service Centre

Online

You can renew your ACT rego registration within three months before the registration expires. You can follow these steps to renew the registration of your ACT.

  • Go to the official website of Access Canberra.
  •  Check your registration by searching by your notice reference number or number plate.
  • The next step is to select your vehicle by entering its plate number, make, color, type and rideshare.
  • Complete the renewal details and payment.
  • You should download the receipt for future purposes.
act rego renewal online

Renewal Notice Remainders

People users get a courtesy renewal notice reminder through emails six weeks before the registration expires. You will get the renewal notice reminder through post if you do not have an email address. If you have already provided your phone number, you will be getting the reminders through SMS two days before the renewal is due. You will also get an SMS two days after it expires in case you haven’t renewed it yet.

You have 14 days to let the Access Canberra staff know if you changed your address and you have an ACT driver’s license. This includes if you change your:

  • Residential Address
  • Postal Address
  • Garage Address

You have three months to update your details if you have moved interstate.

Inspections Before Renewal

If your vehicle needs an inspection before renewal, the renewal notice will let you know. The inspection of your vehicle checks:

  • Tires and wheels
  • Suspension, steering, and braking systems
  • Seat Belts and seats
  • Lights and reflectors
  • Windscreen and windows
  • Front wipers and washers
  • VIN, Chassis number, Engine number
  • Overall structure

Completing ACT Rego Renewal

You will need the following to complete your Renew Registration:

  • Making sure your Address and Contact details are right.
  • A VISA or MasterCard to pay the fee.
  • The reference number from your renewal reference or the number plate of the vehicle.

You will be given a receipt for your payment. Once it’s registered the certificate of registration will be posted to your address.

Lapsed Registration

You will be given 12 months to renew your vehicle’s registration once it has expired. You will need to re-establish the registration after the 12 months of registration lapses. You must follow the instructions given below to register a vehicle with a lapsed registration:

Get a Roadworthy Inspection

  • You will be given a Certificate of Inspection if your vehicle passes inspection. An ‘Application to establish registration’ is given on the back of the certificate.
  • Fill it in and go to the Access Canberra Service Center to pay the fee and re-establish the registration.
  • Bring the current number plates to the Service Center for surrender if you want to get new ones.
  • If your register has lapsed or your vehicle isn’t registered, you would need an unregistered vehicle permit to drive the vehicle to the roadworthy inspection.

FAQs

How much does a Rego check ACT cost?

You can get a comprehensive vehicle history report for only $14.99.

How long can a car be unregistered before it needs a roadworthy ACT?

Unrestricted permits for unregistered cars are valid for up to seven days within the ACT.

How many days do I have to transfer Rego to ACT?

You have 14 days to transfer Rego to ACT. If you fail to do so, you will have to pay a late fee of $103.50.

How do I renew my Rego act?

You need to check the eligibility requirements online and follow the prompts. You can keep a receipt copy to yourself. The certificate will arrive via mail.

Can I drive an unregistered car to get it registered?

You need to get a permit to drive your unregistered vehicle on the road.