How much is a replacement registration sticker in California?
The Golden State charges a $23 fee to replace a lost registration card and sticker whether you go in person to replace the registration or online.
What should I do if I don't receive my California registration sticker?
call DMV at 1-800-777-0133 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday — Friday to verify issuance.
Do you have to put the registration sticker on the license plate California?
Ensuring Your Plates are Valid
Affix the stickers (tabs) to your license plates to ensure they're valid. Generally, license plates remain with the vehicle they were issued to.
Can I drive my car while waiting for registration sticker in California?
In certain cases, DMV may issue a TOP, which allows a motorist to operate a vehicle when all registration fees have been paid, but license plates and/or registration stickers haven't been issued. Payment of use tax is not usually required to obtain a TOP, if all other fees have been paid.