Change of Address in Alaska
Changing your address at the Alaska DMV isn't optional. After a move you'll typically have 10–30 days to update your driver's license, vehicle registration, and title. Start with the steps below, then work through the rest-of-your-move checklist.
How to change your address in Alaska
SUMMARY: How to Change Your Address in Alaska
To change your address on your DMV records in Alaska, you can submit your request either in person or by mail. To update your vehicle registration information, you can also submit your change by email or by using the online system. You'll need a completed change of address form OR various supporting documents to verify your new address.
Continue reading this page to learn how to change your name with the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
AK Driver's License/ID Card Address Change
Updating your address on your AK driver's license or ID card can be done either in person or by mail. Or you can change your address online here or go
to your local Alaska DMV office in person.
This will change your driver's license records only. If you would like a new AK driver's license or ID card showing your new address, you will need to apply for a duplicate. See our following pages for more information:
Car Title & Registration Address Change
You can change your address on your vehicle registration and title records either in person, by mail, by e-mail, or online. If your registration is within 3 months of its expiration you may want to change your address in person.
Once your records have been updated, you can either:
- Cross out your old address on your current registration card write your new address in the space given.
OR
- Request a replacement registration. See our Replacing a Registration page for more information.
If you'd like an updated certificate of title, see our Replacing a Title in Alaska page.
Online
To update your address on your vehicle records online, use the AK DMV's online registration address change system.
NOTE: You must have an Alaska driver's license or ID card linked to your vehicle to use this system.
By Mail, or In Person
To change your address by e-mail, mail, or in person, you will need either a:
- Completed Notice of Change of Address (Form 401).
OR
- Written request containing your:
- License plate number (for each vehicle).
- Full name. (If there are other registered owners, you will also need to provide their name/s.)
- Current mailing and physical addresses.
- Date of birth.
Submit the above information:
- By mail to:
State of AlaskaOR
Division of Motor Vehicles
3901 Old Seward Highway,, Suite 101
Anchorage, AK 99503
- In person at an Alaska DMV office.
New Alaska Residents
If you're going to be driving in Alaska for longer than 90 days, you will need to apply for an AK driver's license. If you have a commercial driver's license (CDL), you will need to apply for an AK CDL within 30 days of moving to the state.
If you're bringing a car from out-of-state, you will need to have it registered with the Alaska DMV, even if you still have valid registration from your previous state.
For more information, visit our following pages:
Change Your Name in Alaska
If you have changed your name—whether it be due to marriage, divorce, or other reason— you will need to notify the AK DMV and obtain updated documents.
See our Changing Your Name page for more information.
The rest of your move
Updating the DMV is step one. Here's everything else your old address is hiding on—we've linked our full guides where we have them.
A few more to knock out—no DMV required:
✓USPS mail forwarding—set up a forward at moversguide.usps.com (lasts up to 12 months).
✓Banks & credit cards—statements, replacement cards, and fraud alerts.
✓Employer & IRS—update HR for your tax forms; file IRS Form 8822.
✓Subscriptions & deliveries—prescriptions, memberships, and auto-ship orders.
