The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles
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Division of Motor Vehicles - Headquarters 4001 Ingra Street, Ste 101 Anchorage, AK 99503 Email the DMV |
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: (907) 269-5551 |
Frequently Asked Questions
All of our records are separate. Changing your address on your driver license does not change the address on your vehicle record(s). Changing your address on your vehicle record does not change your address on other vehicles or on your driver license.
It is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle with studded tires on a paved highway or road from May 1st through September 15th, inclusive, north of 60 North Latitude and from April 15th through September 30th, inclusive, south of 60 North Latitude, except that at any latitude on a paved portion of the Sterling Highway a person may not operate a motor vehicle with studded tires from May 1st through September 15th, inclusive.
You may drive a vehicle that is currently registered in another state for up to 60 days in Alaska. After that time, you must obtain an Alaska registration. If you obtain employment in Alaska, you must obtain an Alaska registration within 10 days. (If you are active duty military and maintain registration in your home of record or attending a college or university as a full-time student, you are not required to obtain Alaska registration.)
DMV is unable to sell standard issue license plates that are new or previously used. You may obtain a SAMPLE plate which is specially made as a souvenir.
Please see the following, paying extra attention to: New Vehicle Information.
Contact us and include your license plate number, current mailing, and residence address. We will check and let you know what to do to obtain the registration and tab.
Yes. Please see the following: Senior Exemption
Update your address using our Address Change system on our home page. Once you have updated the address, you may renew your registration. If you are unable to update your address with this system, send a message from our home page (E-mail ALASKA DMV) with your license plate number(s), current mailing and residence (physical) address and your name and date of birth. Your address will be updated and instructions for renewal will be forwarded to you.
Update your address using our Address Change system on our home page. Once you have updated the address, you may renew your registration. If you still have trouble, please see: Renewal Options
Only Special Issue plates can be transferred. See Transfer of Plates for more information.
The State of Alaska does not issue refunds on partial registration. A refund can only be issued if you have acceptable written proof showing that the vehicle was registered in another state / destroyed before the start of the registration period. Please note that for destroyed vehicles, some insurance companies will reimburse you for unused registration fees, depending on your insurance policy.
Complete an 853 Refund Request form and submit online through my.alaska.gov DMV Online Services.
If you did have a crash, you must report it to the DMV and you may do so online.
You are welcome to drive in Alaska for up to 90 days with a valid out of state license. You would need to obtain an Alaska license at that time. For Commercial driver licenses, you must obtain an Alaska CDL within 30 days of becoming a resident.
You may obtain a state Identification card at no fee provided you are at least 60 years old. You may order it online here.
Also, check out our Senior Vehicle Registration Exemption.
You can renew for up to 1 year minus one day before expiration. For example, if your birthday is February 14th and your license expires in 2007, you may renew on February 15th, 2006.
DMV accepts all credit cards, personalized checks or money orders made out to the State of Alaska.
To some extent, driving improves with age. Mature drivers are typically more experienced and cautious.
However, studies show that vision, hearing, reflexes, and cognitive abilities may deteriorate with age, and the proportion of people over age 75 who drive and are in accidents is comparable to younger drivers.
In addition, older drivers are more susceptible to injury. What a younger driver might consider a minor accident could result in an elder person's injury or death.
Studies show that senior drivers give the least credibility to family members who criticize their driving. These drivers show much more willingness to suggestions from law enforcement officers, doctors, and friends.
If you find yourself in the position of talking to an older family member or friend about their driving, approach the issue with sensitivity. A driver’s license signifies more than the ability to drive a car; it is a symbol of freedom and self-sufficiency.
Some older drivers may be aware of their faltering ability, but still be reluctant to give up driving completely. Another person’s concerns may force the senior driver to act. They may even feel relieved to have someone else help make the decision to stop driving.
Some seniors may forget that they aren’t supposed to drive. If that is the case, it is even more important to remove the car or the keys to make it impossible to drive.
The State of Alaska does not issue refunds on partial registration. A refund can only be issued if you have acceptable written proof showing that the vehicle was registered in another state, sold, or destroyed prior to the start of the registration period.
The State of Alaska does not issue refunds for online transactions unless the application is rejected by DMV. Please read the information on our website carefully to ensure you are aware of application requirements, processing time, etc. before submitting an application and payment online.
If the registration you paid for has not yet gone into effect you can apply for a refund. You must provide proof of your new out-of-state registration.
Contact us through my.alaska.gov DMV Online Services
If the registration you paid for has not yet gone into effect you can apply for a refund. You must provide proof of sale as well as the plates and tabs from the vehicle.
Contact us through my.alaska.gov DMV Online Services
If the registration you paid for has not yet gone into effect you can apply for a refund. You must provide proof of the vehicle being declared as “junked” or “totaled” by your insurance company, as well as the plates and tabs from the vehicle.
Contact us through my.alaska.gov DMV Online Services
If you were eligible for the exemption at the time you registered your vehicle, you can apply for a refund. You must provide proof of eligibility for the exemption, as well as the plates and tabs from the vehicle.
Contact us through my.alaska.gov DMV Online Services