Alaska Driver's License Fees: Permit, License and Road Test (2026)
How much does a permit or a driver's license cost in Alaska?
An Alaska instruction permit costs $15, and a new Class D driver license costs $20, or $40 for a REAL ID. A permit renewal costs $5. A road test at the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) costs $15 and is not refundable. Third-party testers set their own road test fees. All amounts are in U.S. dollars as of 2026.
Where the Alaska fee amounts come from
The amounts come from the Alaska DMV license fees page. The DMV road test page gives the road test rules, and the DMV REAL ID page explains the REAL ID fee. Other DMV pages (instruction permit, provisional license, first license, renewal, turning 21, duplicate license, rural driving, business partners), the Alaska Driver Manual and Alaska Statutes AS 28.15.061 to AS 28.15.101 cover the other details. This guide is current as of 2026. Confirm the rules with the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (dmv.alaska.gov) before you drive.
Alaska permit and Class D license fees in 2026
| What you pay for | Standard | REAL ID | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instruction permit | $15 | Not available | You can get a permit from age 14. |
| Instruction permit renewal | $5 | Not available | You can renew a permit one time. |
| Class D driver license (new) | $20 | $40 | Motorcycle classes cost the same. |
| Class D license renewal | $20 | $40 | Add $1 if you renew by mail. |
| Off-highway Class D license | $20 | $40 | For eligible residents of communities off the road system. No road test needed. |
| Duplicate (replacement) license | $15 | $35 | Applies to Class D and motorcycle licenses. |
What REAL ID adds to the price
A REAL ID adds a $20 fee to the regular card fee. For a new Class D license, that is a $20 license fee plus a $20 REAL ID fee, so $40. Getting a REAL ID is optional, and you must apply in person. The instruction permit is the exception: it comes in one version only, so you pay $15 whether or not you plan to get a REAL ID later.
How much is the Alaska road test?
A non-commercial road test at the DMV costs $15 for a car or a motorcycle, and the DMV gives road tests at some of its offices. You pay before the test, and the fee is not refundable. You can reschedule 24 hours before your appointment for no fee. Schedule a DMV road test online, or contact a business partner: business partners are private businesses that charge a fee for service. DMV-authorized third-party testers are independent businesses and set their own fees, so ask for the price first. Our guide to the Alaska road test covers what you must bring.
Other Alaska DMV fees to know
| Service | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Driving record | $10 | Can go to you or to a person you name. |
| Temporary driver license | $5 | The emailed out-of-state temporary paper license for an expiring license also costs $5. |
| State identification card | $15 ($35 REAL ID) | Free at age 60 or older ($20 REAL ID). |
| Remove the provisional restriction | $15 | After 6 months with no convictions. You get a new license and need new parental consent. |
| License without provisional restrictions at 18 or older | $15 | No parental consent needed. |
Which Alaska fees apply to you?
Example: the DMV fees for a first Class D license
A new driver 18 or older who gets a permit, takes one DMV road test and gets a standard Class D license pays $15 + $15 + $20 = $50 in DMV fees. With a REAL ID, the license costs $40, so the total is $15 + $15 + $40 = $70. A teen who later removes the provisional restriction pays $15 for the new license, and a third-party road test can cost a different amount. The guide to the Alaska instruction permit at 14 explains the permit steps.
Alaska reinstatement fees after a suspension or revocation
| Event | Reinstatement fee |
|---|---|
| One admin action (not DUI related) | $100 |
| One DUI or refusal to give a sample | $200 |
| One DUI or refusal plus any admin actions | $250 |
| Two admin actions (not DUI related) | $250 |
| Two DUIs and refusal plus any admin actions | $500 |
Key takeaways
- An Alaska instruction permit costs $15 and a renewal costs $5. The permit has no REAL ID version.
- A new or renewed Class D license costs $20, or $40 for a REAL ID. A mail renewal costs $1 more.
- The DMV road test costs $15, and the fee is not refundable. Third-party testers set their own prices.
- A reinstatement fee is required after any suspension, revocation or limitation, from $100 to $500.
- Next step: practice the rules on the free Alaska Class D permit practice test.
Alaska license fees: common questions
How long is an Alaska driver license good for?
By law (AS 28.15.101), a new Alaska license expires on your birthday in the eighth year after it is issued, so cards now last up to 8 years. If your stay in the United States is authorized for less than eight years, the DMV issues the license only for the period of that stay. Alaska gives no grace period: driving with an expired license is illegal.
What does it cost to renew my Alaska license at 21?
A license issued before you turn 21 expires 90 days after your 21st birthday. Pass the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Test at a DMV office, or online and then tell the DMV that you passed. Renew after your birthday: the renewal costs $20 for a standard Class D license or $40 for a REAL ID.
Can I renew my Alaska license by mail or online?
Yes, if you qualify. You can renew online, and the DMV takes a mail renewal if you are over 22, your personal information has not changed and your last renewal was not by mail. A mail renewal costs $1 more. By law, you cannot renew by mail or online if your last renewal was by mail or online, or if you are 69 or older on the expiration date. An in-person renewal includes an eyesight test.
What does a replacement Alaska license cost?
A duplicate Class D license costs $15 for a standard card and $35 for a REAL ID, and you can apply online. If you are out of state, you can apply online and get a temporary license by email. The DMV processes this within 1 to 2 business days.
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