Last Update: September 16, 2026

Change Information on Vehicle Registration in Alaska

In Alaska, vehicle registration and title records are maintained by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), which operates within the state Department of Administration. Registration information may need to be updated after a change of address, a legal name change, an error on a registration or title record, a vehicle purchase, a move into Alaska, or the transfer of a license plate. Because Alaska does not rely on county-level administration for these records, most changes are filed directly with state DMV offices, contracted agents, or DMV online services.

Alaska Vehicle Registration Changes that Commonly Require Action

A registration review may be required when any of the following occur:

• A physical or mailing address has changed; the new address may be recorded on the current registration, and a new registration is not required.
• A legal name has changed, including a name change due to marriage or divorce, which also affects the title record.
• An owner is added to or removed from the title.
• A vehicle has been purchased or newly brought into Alaska, requiring an Alaska title and registration in the owner's name.
• A person has moved to Alaska or taken employment in the state, which starts the resident registration requirement.
• A license plate is transferred to a newly acquired vehicle; only special-issue plates are transferable under the DMV's plate transfer guidance.
• Other registration details have changed, such as color, weight, or the use classification between commercial and non-commercial.

Where to File an Alaska Vehicle Registration Change

Alaska administers both registration and title records at the state level, so the filing point for routine changes and for title corrections is the same agency. Transactions may be completed in person at state DMV offices and contract agent locations, online through DMV services, or by mail to the DMV headquarters at 4001 Ingra Street, Suite 101, Anchorage.

The distinction in Alaska is procedural rather than jurisdictional. Registration details may be changed at renewal or by submitting a replacement registration, depending on the record affected, while changes to the title record require the original title and a completed application. The rules governing vehicle registration, title, and transfer appear in 2 AAC 92 of the Alaska Administrative Code.

Alaska Address Changes on Vehicle Registration

Alaska requires an owner to update the address on record when it changes. Because DMV records are not linked, the address must be updated separately for each vehicle registration and for each driver license that should reflect the new address. The update can be completed through the DMV's online change of address system or with assistance from the DMV call center.

A new registration is not required for an address change; the new address may be written on the current registration. The address can also be updated at the time of renewal or by submitting a Form V1 requesting a duplicate registration, which carries a $2.00 fee.

Alaska Name Changes and Title-Linked Corrections

A legal name change is both a registration matter and a title matter because the owner's name appears on both records and must match the current legal name. To change an owner's name or add or remove an owner, the original title and a completed Form V1 application must be submitted to the DMV.

For a name change due to marriage with no other change to the name field, the applicant signs the reassignment in the former name, lists the current legal name as the transferee, and writes "Name change only due to marriage" in the affidavit section. A title fee of $15.00 applies, plus an additional $15.00 if a lien is recorded. Name changes also cover the removal of owner and lienholder names following financial institution mergers, which may require a "One in the Same" identity verification letter. A name change on a driver license or state identification card is completed in person with proof of the change and does not automatically update vehicle records.

Correcting Incorrect Information on an Alaska Registration Record

The correction process depends on whether the error appears on the registration record or on the title record.

Registration items that may be changed at renewal or with a Form V1 and a duplicate registration request include the address, color, license plate, weight, and the use classification (commercial or non-commercial). The replacement registration document carries a $2.00 fee; replacement year tabs and plates have separate fees.

Errors in the title itself require the original title, a completed application, and proof of the change. The serial number or VIN, year, make, model, and body style may be corrected with supporting documentation, but the odometer reading recorded on a title may not be changed. A corrected title is therefore issued through a new application rather than by altering the existing certificate.

Alaska Deadlines for Vehicle Registration Changes

• A person working in Alaska or establishing residency must apply for registration within 10 days of entering the state or taking a job within the state, as stated in the DMV's registration requirements.
• A non-resident may operate a vehicle with a current registration from another state for 60 days.
• A vehicle purchased or brought into Alaska must be titled in the owner's name within 30 days of the date of purchase, as required by the title requirements.
• Registration is issued for a 2-year period, and an expiration month is assigned when a vehicle is first registered in Alaska.
• A registration expired for less than a full year is charged the full biennial fee beginning with the month it expired, even after a change of ownership.
• Under AS 28.10.201, a vehicle must be in Alaska on the date of a mailed title and registration application unless an exception applies.

Running the prompt's workflow for Alaska — Step 1 scope: address change, replacement registration, duplicate title, title transfer, name/owner corrections, temporary permits. Step 2, separate searches first:

Official Alaska DMV pages identified. Fetching all four key pages and running the functionality check in one batch:

One gap remains: the new-title/transfer fee (the calculator page computes it dynamically without a static figure, and the $15 figure appeared only in snippets). Fetching the official New Vehicle page to close that per the prompt's rule, with the link check batched:

How Much Does It Cost To Change Vehicle Registration Details in Alaska?

The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles administers vehicle registration and title records and charges flat fees for replacement documents and title transactions, with registration amounts varying by vehicle type and city. The table below lists the current amounts for the most common changes.

Contact Information

Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles
4001 Ingra Street, Ste 101, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: (907) 269-5551
Official Website: Division of Motor Vehicles