Reregister

Reregister is a verb meaning to register again or to re-enter information with an organization after a previous registration has expired, been canceled, or otherwise updated. It is used across administrative and legal contexts and often implies updating details or restoring eligibility.

Common contexts include voter registration, vehicle registration, professional licenses, and domain or service accounts. In voter registration, individuals may need to reregister when moving to a new jurisdiction, when electoral laws change, or when a registration lapses; processes are governed by local authorities and may involve identity validation and proof of residence. In vehicle registration, reregistration is required after ownership transfer, after a lapse in coverage, or during periodic renewals; fees and time windows apply. In digital services, domains and accounts may be re-registered after expiration or when ownership or contact information changes, typically via an online form and with payment.

Procedures generally involve submitting updated personal or administrative information, verifying identity, paying any applicable fees, and completing any required forms or steps online or in person. Failure to reregister can result in loss of rights or service, such as inability to vote, drive legally, or maintain ownership of a domain; penalties vary by context.

Reregistration differs from renewal in that it often implies re-establishing eligibility rather than extending an existing status. In some jurisdictions, reregistration may be automatic or triggered by a change in circumstance, while in others it remains a manual process.