Moving to Alaska: transferring your license
The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (Department of Administration) page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
Get an Alaska license within 90 days of arriving.
Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Fill out form D1 and visit a local DMV office.
Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Bring documents proving identity, Alaska address and Social Security number.
Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Pass the vision test and the written test.
Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Expect no road test if your out-of-state license is valid.
Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Surrender your old license and pay $20 (standard) or $40 (REAL ID).
Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Check before you go: requirements and fees change, and some depend on your age or situation. The official page is the final word.
Related facts
- New residents
- You may drive on a valid out-of-state license for up to 90 days, then need an Alaska license (CDL: 30 days after becoming a resident).Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Tests for out-of-state license holders
- The driving test is usually waived for a valid out-of-state license, but the written test is required for anyone not currently licensed in Alaska, plus a vision test.Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Written test for newcomers
- Required for applicants not currently licensed in Alaska or whose privileges expired over one year ago.Source: dmv.alaska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
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