How do I get my first driver's license in Alaska?
Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles
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Alaska allows an instruction permit at 14, a provisional license at 16 after 6 months with the permit, or a first license directly at 18. All require knowledge, vision, and road tests.
- Instruction permit: Age 14+, pass knowledge and vision test, parental consent if minor.
- Supervised practice: Drive with licensed driver 21+ with 1 year experience.
- Hold permit 6 months: Ages 16-17 hold permit 6 months with clean record.
- Road test: Schedule and pass road test.
- Provisional or adult license: Provisional at 16-17 with restrictions until 18; 18+ get a first license after tests.
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Your First Alaska Driver's License · Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles · reviewed 2026-09-29
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