DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES

STATEWIDE DMV OFFICES COVID-19 NOTICE

To comply with COVID-19 social distancing recommendations, DMV will be augmenting lobby operations and will only serve customers in person if they have an appointment. If a transaction can be done online, over the phone, or through the mail, customers must use that option or wait to visit the DMV at a later date.

If your driver’s license is expiring during the pandemic period, you may:

DMV is offering appointment for:

• Original issuances of driver’s licenses, identification cards, instructional permits and REAL IDs
• Driver’s license reinstatements
• Commercial driver transactions
• Written knowledge tests

Title and registration transactions can be:

• Mailed to 1300 West Benson Blvd. Anchorage, AK 99503
• Delivered to a state-run office on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM
• Registration renewals can be done online

All road tests have been cancelled until further notice.

Most business partners are open and ready to serve you today!

COVID-19 Disaster Order of Suspension

The following changes are in effect until May 11th, 2020:

• Vehicle and boat registration enforcement is suspended
• The requirement of out of state drivers to obtain an Alaska driver's license within 90 days of entering Alaska is suspended
• The requirement to obtain an Alaska title and registration within 30 days of purchase is suspended
• The prohibition of driving with studded tires from May 1st to through September 15th is suspended
• Non-commercial and commercial driver’s licenses that expire during the pandemic period may be extended for six months using our online portal

Real ID is here! Check out our info page.
Alaska DMV is now issuing new licenses and ids.
Alaska DMV Driving Manuals have evolved with time. You may now download the newest copy to your computer or smart phone.
Before you head into the wonderful Alaska backcountry check that the registration on your snow machines are current.
Buy a new car? Remember as an Alaska resident when you purchase a vehicle, you are required to transfer the vehicle into your name within 30 days of the date of sale by obtaining an Alaska title.
Are studded tires legal? For answers to this and more check our FAQs.
Get on the road at one of our convenient locations.
As boating season approaches remember to check your boat registration and check your life jackets. Pledge to always wear a life jacket when in an open boat or on deck.
Checkout our plates page on how to get your Alaska plate from our wide selection.