• Renewing Your CDL

     
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    Alaska is in transition―changing the entire driver license system from manual applications and paper licenses to a fully digitized system. While undergoing this change, the AK Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has temporarily suspended the renewal by mail option and is not mailing renewal applications to Alaska driver's license holders.

    Renewal by mail is expected to resume about five years after the last AK DMV office has been fully digitized. In the meantime, all license renewals must be conducted in person at your local DMV office.

    You may apply for your AK CDL renewal anytime after your birthday in the year prior to the CDL expiration date. Your driver's license will be renewed for five years from your birthday.

    Top CDL Renewals

    Here are the things you'll need to do in order to renew your AK CDL:

    • Surrender your current AK CDL
    • Have a new photograph taken
    • Pass the vision test
    • Pay the appropriate fee

    You may also need to have a new medical examination.

    Top License Extensions―Not Renewals

    If you are outside of Alaska at the time your CDL is due to expire, you can apply for a 30-day extension by mail or by fax. You'll need a valid credit card to pay the $5 fee for an extension. Fax the following information to (907) 465-5509:

    • Your name, as shown on your CDL
    • Your Alaska CDL number
    • Your date of birth
    • Name as shown on your credit card
    • Visa or MasterCard number with expiration date
    • Signature authorizing the $5 extension fee
    • A fax number where you can receive the extension

    If you do not have a credit card, or if you prefer to conduct business by mail, you can mail the above, along with a personalized check or money order for the $5 fee to:

    • State of Alaska
    • Division of Motor Vehicles
    • Juneau Driver Licensing
    • P.O. Box 110221
    • Juneau, AK 99811-0221

    Be sure to write your CDL number on your check or money order, which should be payable to DMV. Include a mailing address where you can receive the extension. Also, even if you are not paying by credit card, your signature must appear on the extension request.

    Top Further Information

    For more Alaska CDL information, also see our sections on replacing a lost CDL, commercial driver frequently asked questions, and how to apply for a new CDL.

     
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