Replacing Lost Permit:
Alaska Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Permit Replacement: $15 Fee and Temporary Permit
To replace a lost Alaska instruction permit, your age and method of application determine the process. The standard replacement fee is $15.
Replacement Process and Requirements
Use the replacement method that matches your situation and online eligibility.
| Situation | Online Option | When In-Person Is Needed | Temporary Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lost or stolen permit | Adults 18+ who meet the online duplicate-service rules may be able to order a replacement online. | Use a DMV office if you are not eligible for the online service. | An online replacement permit can take about one week for the temporary copy to reach your email. |
| Damaged permit | Use the duplicate/replacement route if eligible. | Visit a DMV office if the online service does not accept the transaction. | Timing depends on whether the replacement is processed online or in person. |
| Name or identity-detail change | Do not use a simple online duplicate for a name change. | Name changes must be handled in person with supporting proof. | The corrected credential is issued after the change is processed. |
In-Person Replacement for Minors (Under 18)
If you are under 18, parental-consent requirements still apply. In most cases, use a DMV office for the replacement.
- Form: Complete Form D1.
- Parental Consent: A parent/guardian must meet the applicable consent requirement.
- Documents: Bring the required original identification. See the Required Documents guide for the full list.
- Fee: $15.
Online Replacement for Adults (18+)
Adults 18+ who meet Alaska DMV's online duplicate-service eligibility rules may order a replacement online.
- Website: Use the Alaska DMV duplicate-card service.
- Verification: Your information must match the DMV record and you must meet the online eligibility checks.
- Payment: Pay the $15 duplicate permit fee.
- Name Changes: A name change must be handled in person with supporting proof.
Processing, Temporary Permits, and Driving Legally
How Long Replacement Takes and Temporary Permit Rules
The replacement method affects when you receive a temporary credential.
- Online replacement: Alaska DMV says a replacement permit can take about one week for the temporary copy to reach your email.
- In-person replacement: The DMV can provide the temporary credential during the office transaction.
- Physical card: The replacement card is mailed after processing.
Carry the valid temporary or physical permit while driving.
Can You Drive While Waiting for a Replacement Alaska Permit?
You may drive only when you have a valid permit credential to carry. If you ordered a replacement online, wait until the official temporary permit arrives before driving if you no longer have a valid physical permit.
What if You Lose Your Temporary Alaska Instruction Permit Too?
Do not drive without a valid permit in your possession. Contact DMV or use the available replacement route again so you have a valid temporary or physical credential before practicing.
Common Lost, Stolen, and Damaged Permit Situations
Stolen Permit: Filing a police report is not required but is recommended for stolen permits to prevent fraud.
Frequent Replacements: Multiple requests for a lost learner's permit may trigger additional verification and may require an in-person visit.
Damaged Permit: The process for a damaged instruction permit replacement is identical to replacing a lost one.
Does replacing a lost Alaska permit change its expiration date? A duplicate replaces the existing permit; it does not start a new permit term. The replacement keeps the underlying permit's validity period.
Do You Need a Police Report to Replace a Stolen Alaska Permit?
No police report is listed as a standard requirement for the duplicate permit transaction. Reporting theft can still be useful if you are concerned about misuse of the stolen credential.
Can You Replace a Damaged Alaska Instruction Permit Online?
If you meet Alaska DMV's online duplicate-service eligibility checks, use the duplicate service. If the online system does not accept the transaction, replace it through a DMV office.
How to Avoid Replacement Delays
- Verify Form D1 entries match your identity documents exactly to avoid rejection at the DMV counter.
- Check the DMV's online system status before visiting to avoid arriving during an unplanned system outage.
- Print two copies of your temporary permit and keep one in a separate location in case the first is lost or damaged.
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