Transfer My Vehicle From Another State

If you’ve recently moved to Alaska or are bringing a vehicle from another state, you’ll need to transfer your out-of-state title and register your vehicle in Alaska. This process officially establishes ownership in Alaska and ensures your vehicle is legally titled and registered for use in the state.

What You’ll Need

To transfer your title and register your vehicle in Alaska, submit the following:

1. The most current out-of-state title

   • If the vehicle is already titled in your name, you do not need to sign the title before transfer.

     • If you currently have an unreleased Lien (loan is not yet paid) you will only be eligible for registration only. See additional information on registration here.

   • If the vehicle was recently purchased, the title must be properly assigned and signed over to you by the previous owner.

     • If the vehicle has a lien, the title will be mailed directly to the lienholder after processing. A lien release is required once the loan is paid off.

   • Note: If you are unsure about the vehicles most current title you may request that information from your previous jurisdiction or a title history report maybe obtained from a number of online resources  https://www.vehiclehistory.gov/nmvtis_vehiclehistory.html

2. Form V1 — Vehicle Transaction Application

   • This form is used for both titling and registration.

   • Be sure to fill out all applicable sections and sign in ink. See our Instructional Video on Completing a V1 application.

   •   V1 form 

3. Payment for fees

   • Title fee: $15

   • Lienholder recording (if you are recording a lien for the first time): $15
   • Fees can be paid by cash, check, or card for in person transactions.
   • Include a check or money order made payable to “State of Alaska” for any application by mail. Do not send cash or credit card information.

   • Registration and plate fees vary by vehicle type. A helpful registration calculator is available here.

    

In Person Application

You may apply in person at any number of our DMV or Partner Locations around the State. Applying in person we will be able to provide you an Alaska Title and registration at that time if your documents are in order. 

Mailed in Application

Additional information for mailed in applications can be found here.