To replace a lost Alaska instruction permit, your age and method of application determine the process. The standard replacement fee is $15.
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. |
If you are under 18, parental-consent requirements still apply. In most cases, use a DMV office for the replacement.
Adults 18+ who meet Alaska DMV's online duplicate-service eligibility rules may order a replacement online.
The replacement method affects when you receive a temporary credential.
Carry the valid temporary or physical permit while driving.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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