Alaska DMV Services

1. Requirements for Title & Registration (New & Used)

Alaska law requires that you apply for a title in your name within 30 days of purchase and that every vehicle operated on public roads be registered.

1) Proof of Ownership

You must provide one of the following:

• Used car: The previous owner’s original vehicle title properly signed and reassigned to you (with seller’s signature in the assignment section).
• New car: Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) assigned to you (dealer must assign this if the vehicle is new).

If you have a lien, Alaska will record that lien on the Alaska title — you may need a lien release letter if the lien is paid off.

2) Odometer Disclosure

• For most cars under 20 years old, an odometer reading must be shown on the title or provided on a separate odometer disclosure statement.

3) Proof of Insurance

• Have auto liability insurance that meets Alaska’s minimum requirements before the vehicle can be registered.

6) Identification

• A valid driver’s license or state ID (or other acceptable photo ID).
• If someone else is signing for you (e.g., a family member), a notarized power of attorney is required.

Deadlines

  30 Days: Title and register the vehicle in Alaska within 30 days of purchase.

If move to Alaska, generally must register your vehicle within 10 days of establishing residency.

Summary Checklist

For Both New & Used Cars:

• Original title signed and reassigned (used) or MCO
• Completed Vehicle Transaction Application (Form V1).
• Odometer disclosure, original (if applicable).
• Proof of Alaska liability insurance.
• Valid ID and power of attorney (when applicable).
• Payment of title & registration fees.
• Copy of DL or FEIN if company
• Vehicle color
• NO sales tax state
• Copy of contract (if sold by a dealer)