Mission Statement
Amy Erickson
Director
Create, record and renew registration of vehicle ownership, and provide testing, issuance and reporting of driver licenses.
Amy Erickson
Director
State of Alaska
Department of Administration
Division Of Motor Vehicles
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Welcome to the Division of Motor Vehicles
The Division of Motor Vehicles titles motor vehicles, including trailers and manufactured homes; registers motor vehicles, including trailers, snow vehicles, powered and non-powered boats, and All Terrain Vehicles, and licenses drivers statewide. The Division serves most of the Alaska population over 16 years of age by providing evidence of motor vehicle ownership and by issuing driver licenses to those qualified. The Division is also responsible for the administration of the safety responsibility law, driver improvement point system, and the collection of motor vehicle registration taxes.
General Information:
Anchorage area: 269-5551
Toll Free inside Alaska: 1-855-269-5551
Outside of Alaska: 1-907-269-5551
CONTACT INFORMATION AND ADDRESSES
DMV Headlines
New permanent registration tab for applicants 65 years or older
Effective January 15, 2014, the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will be issuing a new permanent registration tab for applicants 65 years or older who are entitled to one free noncommercial vehicle registration, or anyone with a disability who is entitled to one free noncommercial vehicle registration
The permanent tab is orange-red in color with a large “P” in place of the 2-digit year, and should be placed in the upper right corner of the rear license plate. Vehicle registrations will reflect the permanent status.
NEW ONLINE DMV SERVICE - Online Sale Pending
Sold your car?
To protect yourself from further liability for the vehicle after you have sold it, use our online form to quickly report the sale.
New Guide for Parents of Teen Drivers
New Guide for Parents of Teen Drivers
The DMV has launched a new program designed to help parents and guardians teach their teen the skills needed to be a safe and successful driver. More information about The Parent’s Supervised Driving Guide can be viewed by clicking here.
Attention CDL Holders
On January 1, 2012, the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will begin requiring a current medical examiner's certificate before issuing an original, renewal, or duplicate commercial driver's license (CDL). This requirement comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
Alaska is not participating in the Enhanced Driver License program for border crossings. Please click Border Requirements for more information on the new border requirements for entering the United States by land or by sea.
