Car lockouts, key replacement, transponder keys, and key fobs with mobile support 24/7

Lost your car keys, locked out, or need a spare? Night & Day Locksmiths provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith services in Canberra and surrounding areas, including key replacement, key programming, and transponder key duplication.

Supported makes, models, and years

We can help with a wide range of vehicles, from older models through to newer transponder and keyless systems. 

Commonly supported vehicle types

  • Cars
  • SUVs
  • Utes and vans
  • Trucks (light commercial)

Popular makes we commonly support

  • Toyota, Mazda, Hyundai, Kia, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Honda, Subaru, Ford, Holden, Isuzu, Suzuki, BYD,Hummer,LDV,Lexus Ram
  • Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, MG, Mini

Year ranges and key types

Because car key systems vary by year and key type, we confirm support before booking by checking:

  • Make, model, year
  • Whether you have a working key or no keys at all
  • Key type: standard key, transponder chip key, remote fob, proximity smart key
  • VIN (when required)

Supported year range: 1980 to current models.

What we do on-site vs in the workshop

We are a mobile team and can complete many automotive key jobs at your location. 

Workshop address: 17 Debenham Street, Mawson ACT 2607. 

We can usually do on-site (mobile)

  • Car lockout entry (non-destructive where possible)
  • Spare key cutting (where supported)
  • Transponder key duplication and programming for many vehicles 
  • Remote fob programming or replacement for supported systems 
  • Basic vehicle lock repairs 

We may need workshop support (or refer) when

  • The job requires specialised bench equipment or extended diagnostics
  • The vehicle has an advanced keyless system that needs additional verification steps
  • Parts availability or programming method requires extra time

When the vehicle needs to attend the workshop: only when the vehicle requires on-bench methods for programming.

What you need to bring

To protect customers and prevent unauthorised key cutting, we require identification and proof you are authorised to access the vehicle.

Required documents

  • Photo ID (driver licence ) 
  • Proof of ownership or authority, such as:
    • Vehicle registration papers showing your name and registered address or
    • Insurance policy showing your name, or
    • Company vehicle: company letterhead authorisation + driver ID

Digital documents: digital versions are accepted, and are preferred.

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Typical time and cost ranges

Actual time and cost depend on vehicle make/year, key type, and whether you have a working key. We confirm details upfront before starting. 

Example 1: Car lockout (keys locked inside)

  • Typical time on-site: 15 to 45 minutes
  • Typical cost range: $150 to $359
  • Usually completed: on-site

Example 2: Spare transponder key (common Japanese/Korean make)

  • Typical time: 30 to 90 minutes 
  • Typical cost range: $180 to $450
  • Usually completed: on-site (vehicle present)

Example 3: European remote fob or proximity key (example: BMW/Audi/Mercedes)

  • Typical time: 1 to 2 hours 
  • Typical cost range: $180 to $600 

Usually completed: on-site or workshop depending on year and key type

Book car key support in Canberra

If you call, having these details ready helps us confirm support fast:

  • Suburb
  • Make, model, year
  • Key type (standard, transponder, remote, proximity)
  • Whether you have a working key
  • VIN (if requested)
  • Drivers license
  • Rego Plate Number

Call 02 6290 1938 or Get Your Quote online.

We offer obligation-free locksmith quotes with no hidden surprises.
Free inspections are available for jobs that need a closer look.

Automotive Car Service Canberra FAQs

In most cases, we come to you. We’re a mobile automotive locksmith team covering Canberra and the ACT. Some advanced keyless or specialist jobs may require workshop support at 17 Debenham Street, Mawson ACT 2607, but we’ll confirm that before booking.

Yes, for many vehicles. We’ll need your make, model, year, VIN (if required), and proof of ownership. Whether we can complete it on-site depends on the key type and vehicle system.

Most standard car lockouts take around 15 to 45 minutes on-site depending on the vehicle and lock system.

Typical lockout pricing falls within your approved range of $180 to $350. Final pricing depends on time of day, location, and vehicle type. We confirm the cost before starting.

Yes, for many supported makes and models. We confirm compatibility based on year and key type before booking. Some newer proximity systems may require additional steps or workshop equipment.

We support many European vehicles, depending on year and key system. Advanced proximity keys or dealership-linked systems may require workshop support or referral. We confirm this upfront once we have your vehicle details.

Photo ID (driver licence or government-issued ID). As well as proof of ownership or authority (registration papers, insurance policy, or written authorisation)

Yes. In most cases this is quicker and less complex than replacing all keys. It’s often completed on-site, depending on the vehicle and key type.

Pricing depends on:

  • Vehicle make, model, and year
  • Key type (standard, transponder, remote, proximity smart key)
  • Whether you have a working key
  • Time of day and location

We confirm pricing before we start any work.

We can assist with some basic vehicle lock repairs – WE can repair/replace most ignitions and door locks. More complex ignition or internal component issues may require referral.

Response times depend on your suburb, traffic, and current demand. For urgent lockouts, we aim to attend as quickly as possible across Canberra and surrounding ACT areas within 1 hour.

Yes. We provide 24/7 automotive locksmith support in Canberra, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

For details about labour coverage, parts warranties, product compliance and insurance documentation, see our Warranty and Standards page.

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Obligation Free Quotes

Night And Day Locksmiths provide fee and obligation free quotes. Call 02 6290 1938 or enquire online. For more complicated jobs, we provide a free comprehensive inspection so we can tailor our service to your needs.

Customers Review

What Our Clients Say

Steve was excellent. He had some problems with the lock and it ended up he needed to drill it out as a student with a tiny income i was very worried about afording this. However he only charged me for the standard lock pick job. It was the best quote i got from the 3 places i callled and the nicest response over the phone as well. Thanks again Steve.
Tarn S
Steve was fantastic, and arrived fast. So I wasn’t left outside in the minus degrees for to long.
saved my life (-:

Definitely recommend!!!

Thanks again Steve

Donna W

If you need help with your car keys, look no further. These guys can save your life! Highly recommend their automotive locksmith service

Alexei K

Excellent, polite and prompt service. I would use them again in a heartbeat but hope never to have to!

Peter H
Top Work done very happy !! great customer service … will use again and recommend to friends and family
Carlos W
Simon came really quickly and they were upfront about costs on the phone. He was friendly and efficient and my puppy loved him once the door was open.
Caroline W

Excellent prompt service! Saved us on a cold rainy day. Upfront about costs, very reasonable price.

Kelly M

Next day service, prompt, polite, and with the backup support from the office our required job was professionally completely. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Night and Day Locksmiths to anyone. Thanks for the great job.

Bruce & Christine A

Quick, friendly , polite and prompt service Thanks Simon

Prab S

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