Alaska Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info Minimum Age for Learner Permit 14 years Learner Permit Holding PeriodIf you are under 18, you must have held your learner's permit for a minimum of six (6) months before you can apply for a driver's license. Minimum amount of supervised driving 40 hours, including 10 in challenging circumstances such as nighttime driving or inclement weather Minimum Age for Driver License16 years Road Test Yes Unsupervised driving rules16 and 17-year-old drivers are initially issued a provisional driver's license. A provisional license prohibits you from driving unsupervised between the hours of 1:00am and 5:00am unless you are driving to or from your job (on the most direct route). Otherwise, you must be accompanied by a licensed, 21-year-old driver during these hours. Passenger rules With a provisional license, it is okay to carry passengers so long as one of the passengers is at least 21 and has been a licensed driver for at least one (1) year. This licensed driver must be seated in the front passenger seat. OtherWhile driving with an instruction permit, the supervising adult must have had a license for one year and be at least 21 years of age or older.

How To Get Your

Alaska License Step-by-Step:


Practice for the written Learner Permit Exam using our free practice tests


Find a driver license office and schedule an appointment for the written exam (you may also simply show up but you may have to wait some time)


Take the Learner Permit Written Exam


Practice driving with your permit


Take the Driving Exam