You Serve Our Country. Let Us Serve You.
UMV helps active-duty military with:
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Registering a vehicle while stationed in Alaska as a non-resident
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Completing Alaska DMV transactions by mail while serving out of state
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Navigating title transfers, lienholder documents, and residency-based exemptions
Military personnel often have unique vehicle registration needs due to frequent relocations and varying residency rules. Whether you are stationed in Alaska or serving elsewhere as an Alaska resident, UMV ensures you can register and title your vehicle efficiently, no matter where you are.
Active-Duty Military Stationed in Alaska (Non-Resident)
If you are stationed in Alaska but maintain residency in another state, you may have different options for vehicle registration and taxes. Some military personnel qualify for exemptions from certain fees. To register your vehicle at UMV, bring:
- Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) dated within the last 30 days
- Valid government-issued identification
- Current title to your vehicle
- If a bank or lienholder has the title, bring the Current Registration Card with Lienholder Name & Address
If you're unsure about your residency status and how it affects your registration, visit any UMV location, and we’ll guide you through the process.
Active-Duty Military Stationed Outside Alaska (Resident)
If you are an Alaska resident on active duty but stationed in another state, you don’t need to return to Alaska to handle your vehicle registration or title transfers. You can renew, register, or title your vehicle by mail.
Click here for Mail Processing to complete your DMV transactions remotely.
UMV is Hiring!
We value the experience and dedication of our military and their families. If you thrive in a detail-oriented and customer service-focused environment, please consider applying for a position with UMV.
Getting a New Alaska License or REAL ID?
Military members can use base housing or barracks documentation to meet address requirements. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Proof of Identity
- Valid U.S. Passport or Certified Birth Certificate
- Name change? Bring marriage certificate or other legal documents
- Social Security Number
- Must be provided
- Proof of Physical Address in Alaska (No PO Boxes)Bring two of the following:
- Barracks letter (signed and dated)
- Utility bill, bank statement, lease, or insurance statement
- Official mail showing your name and Alaska address
- Spouse’s documents + military marriage certificate
- Knowledge Test
- Required for new Alaska licenses (study guides available at UMV)
Transferring or Titling a Vehicle?
We handle vehicles, trailers, boats, and ATVs — owned outright or financed. Here’s what you’ll need:
If You Own Your Vehicle:
- Current title
- Valid Driver’s License or ID
If Your Vehicle is Financed:
- Current registration card with lienholder info
- Valid Driver’s License or ID
If your LES shows you're taxed in another state, bring it! You may qualify for reduced registration fees.
