How to Renewal Your Alaskan Senior License: Essential Information

Posted by William March 21, 2025
How to Renewal Your Alaskan Senior License Essential Information

As of March 2025, here’s what seniors need to know about license renewal in Alaska:

Renewal Cycle

  • All drivers, including seniors, must renew their licenses every 5 years.

Age-Specific Requirements

  • Drivers aged 69 and older have special requirements:
    • They must renew their license in person.
    • A vision test is mandatory at every renewal.

Vision Test

  • Drivers under 69 are only required to take a vision test when renewing in person.
  • For those 69 and older, a vision test is mandatory at every renewal.

Renewal Methods

  • Drivers under 69 can renew online or by mail every other renewal.
  • Seniors 69 and older are not permitted to renew online or by mail.

Fees

  • The renewal fee is $20 for all drivers, including seniors.

Additional Considerations

  • While not specifically required, the DMV may ask any driver to take a written knowledge test during renewal.
  • As of May 7, 2025, all Alaska residents will need a REAL ID-compliant license or another approved form of identification for certain federal purposes.

Seniors should be prepared to visit their local DMV office for renewal, bring necessary documentation, and be ready for a vision test. It’s advisable to check the Alaska DMV website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date information and any additional requirements that may apply.

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Sources

  1. https://www.thezebra.com/resources/driving/driving-rules-seniors/
  2. https://eyewiki.org/Driving_Restrictions_per_State
  3.  https://www.iihs.org/topics/older-drivers/license-renewal-laws-table
  4. https://dmv.alaska.gov/credential-services/senior-drivers/
  5. https://www.nursenextdoor.com/blog/6-tips-elderly-drivers-license-renewals/