Dual Registration
Commercial vehicle operators in Alaska may need dual vehicle registration under certain circumstances.
Dual registration means that a commercial vehicle is officially registered in two different jurisdictions at the same time.
This may be required when a vehicle operates across state or international borders and must comply with the registration laws of more than one jurisdiction. Vehicles registered in Alaska for dual purposes are required to pay full Alaska registration fees, but a title change is not necessary.
Important Notes
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The State of Alaska does not participate in the International Registration Plan (IRP).
Commercial carriers that travel between Alaska and other jurisdictions must therefore obtain dual registration or obtain a Commercial Trip Permit (TRT). -
Proof of Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) payment is required for qualifying vehicles (55,000 lbs. gross weight or more). See more information on HVUT here.
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All carriers must maintain compliance with the Performance and Registration Information Systems Management (PRISM) program, including a valid USDOT number and current MCS-150 registration if applicable.
How to Apply for Dual Registration in Alaska
To apply for dual registration, submit:
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A completed Vehicle Registration Application (Form V1).
- See a short video on completing the V1 application here.
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A copy of the current registration or title from the other state or province.
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Proof of HVUT payment, if applicable.
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Payment of Alaska commercial registration fees.
- Use our registration fee calculator here.
Applications may be submitted in person at any DMV office or by mail.
- Mail completed applications, proof of ownership, and any additional documents along with payment for fees by check or money order made out to "The State of Alaska". Copies of ownership documents or registration are permitted and need not be original copies.
- To:
Alaska DMV
ATTN: Commercial Dual Registration
4001 Ingra Street, Suite 101
Anchorage, AK, 99503
Display of Registration
As 28.10.171 requires that registration plates to a "Commercial Vehicle" display one license plate with expiration decals on the front of the vehicle. Commercial trailers and any other vehicles will display one license plate on the rear.
"Commercial Vehicle" defined as any vehicle that has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating, or gross vehicle weight or gross combination weight, of 10,001 pounds or more for vehicles used in interstate commerce and 14,000 pounds or more for vehicles used in intrastate commerce.
Note: Commercial trailers do not display traditional month/year or permanent decals. Registration is permanent and will be displayed on paper registration certificate to be kept in the vehicle pulling the trailer.