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DMV Guide · Alaska · Verified August 2026

How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Alaska Driver's License in 2026

Verified August 30, 2026: the current Alaska replacement/duplicate driver-license fee is $15. Eligible customers may request a duplicate online. Alaska DMV says mailed credentials can take about 2–4 weeks. This guide links directly to Alaska DMV and avoids generic delivery or document claims that vary by state.

Replacement fee: $15Renewal fee: $20Last verified: August 30, 2026
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Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Alaska DMV. Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

A Alaska driver-license replacement (duplicate license) is used when a credential is lost, stolen or damaged. The current verified replacement fee/rule is $15. Standard duplicate license is $15; a REAL ID duplicate is $35. If your license is near expiration or you need a credential-type/name change, confirm whether renewal, correction or REAL ID is the correct transaction before paying.

How to Replace Your Alaska Driver's License: Step-by-Step

Eligible customers may request a duplicate online. Alaska DMV says mailed credentials can take about 2–4 weeks.

1. Confirm you need a replacement

Use the duplicate/replacement process for a lost, stolen, damaged or otherwise unusable credential. A legal-name, address, class or REAL ID change can require a different transaction.

2. Use the official eligibility check

Go to Alaska DMV. Online replacement is not universal; the state system determines whether your record qualifies.

3. Provide the state-required identity/account information

Follow the official prompts or office instructions. Do not assume the same identity documents are required for every replacement.

4. Pay the current replacement fee

The verified replacement/duplicate fee is $15. Standard duplicate license is $15; a REAL ID duplicate is $35.

5. Keep the receipt/temporary credential

Alaska DMV advises allowing roughly 2–4 weeks for mailed credentials.

Alaska Driver's License Replacement Fee 2026

Current verified replacement/duplicate fee: $15. Standard duplicate license is $15; a REAL ID duplicate is $35.

TransactionCurrent fee / rule
Replacement / duplicate$15
Regular renewal$20
REAL ID / compliant credential$40 renewal ($20 standard + $20 REAL ID fee)

Verified August 30, 2026 against Alaska DMV. Convenience, local, late or special-service fees can be additional where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions: Alaska License Replacement

How much is a replacement Alaska driver's license?
$15. Standard duplicate license is $15; a REAL ID duplicate is $35.
Can I replace my license online?
Eligible customers may request a duplicate online. Alaska DMV says mailed credentials can take about 2–4 weeks.
What documents do I need?
The answer depends on your record and whether you are also changing name, address, lawful status or credential type. Follow Alaska DMV's current replacement instructions.
How long will the new license take?
Alaska DMV advises allowing roughly 2–4 weeks for mailed credentials.
Can I get or upgrade to REAL ID during replacement?
Alaska adds a $20 REAL ID fee to the underlying license/ID transaction. If you are changing credential type, follow the official REAL ID page because the fee and document requirements can differ from a simple duplicate.
Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Alaska DMV. Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

Also Helpful for Alaska Drivers

Alaska License Renewal$20 — verified renewal guide Alaska REAL ID Guide$40 renewal ($20 standard + $20 REAL ID fee) — REAL ID guide