Free Alaska Permit Practice Tests 2024

You must be at least 14 years old to apply for an instruction permit in Alaska. This applies to all first-time permit applicants regardless of prior driving experience.

To apply for a permit in Alaska you must bring:

• Proof of identity (original or certified copy of your birth certificate, valid passport, or Alaska ID card)
• Social Security number (card not required)
• Two documents proving Alaska residency (utility bills, rental agreements, etc.)
• Parental consent form (Form 433) if you’re under 18
• Payment for the application fee

If you’re applying for a REAL ID compliant license additional documentation may be required. Check the Alaska DMV website for current accepted documents.

Yes. If you’re under 18 a parent or legal guardian must:

• Complete and sign the parental consent form (Form 433)
• Accept financial responsibility for you
• Provide proof of your identity

To apply for a permit in Alaska you must:

1. Complete the Driver License Application (Form 478)
2. Have your parent or guardian complete the parental consent form (Form 433) if you’re under 18
3. Gather all required documents (identity, residency, etc.)
4. Go to your local DMV office in person
5. Take a vision test
6. Take the written knowledge test
7. Pay the application fee
8. Get your photo taken for your instruction permit

No, Alaska does not allow online applications for instruction permits. You must go to a DMV office in person to apply, provide required documents, take your vision test and written test.

The Alaska DMV charges a non-refundable application fee for an instruction permit. This fee covers the cost of processing your application, the written test and issuing your permit. Check the Alaska DMV website for current fee information.

To get your permit in Alaska you must pass:

• A vision test to make sure you can see well enough to drive safely
• A written knowledge test with multiple-choice questions about traffic laws, road signs and safe driving practices

The Alaska permit written test has 20 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 16 questions correctly (80%) to pass. The test covers traffic laws, signs, signals and safe driving practices.

The Alaska permit test covers:

• Traffic laws and regulations
• Road signs and signals
• Right-of-way rules
• Safe driving practices
• Proper vehicle handling
• Effects of alcohol and drugs on driving
• Alaska specific driving conditions and hazards

The best ways to prepare for your Alaska permit test:

• Study the Alaska Driver’s Manual thoroughly, available on our website at https://permittest.com/alaska/ak-drivers-handbook-manual/
• Take our free practice tests that simulate the actual permit test
• Review the test materials multiple times to make sure you understand the key concepts
• Pay special attention to road signs, traffic signals and right-of-way rules

If you fail the Alaska permit test:

• You may retake the test the next day
• Each retest may require an additional fee
• There is no limit to how many times you can take the test
• You should study the sections you had trouble with before retaking the test

With an Alaska instruction permit you can:

• Practice driving with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old sitting in the front passenger seat
• Gain experience to prepare for your road test
• Learn to drive in various road and weather conditions

When driving with a permit in Alaska you:

• Must have a licensed driver at least 21 years old in the front passenger seat at all times
• Cannot use any electronic devices while driving, even in hands-free mode, if you’re under 18
• Must make sure all occupants wear seat belts
• May only drive during certain hours if you’re under 18 (see subsequent questions)

In Alaska, the requirements depend on your age:
If you are under 18:

• You must hold your instruction permit for at least 6 months before taking the road test
• You must complete at least 40 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 hours in challenging conditions (rain, snow, darkness)
• You must be at least 16 years old to get your provisional license

If you are 18 or older:

• There is no minimum holding period for your instruction permit

Alaska requirements for driver education differ based on your age:
If you are under 18:

• You are not required to complete a driver education course to get an instruction permit
• However, driver education is required before getting a provisional license if you’re under 18 (unless you live in an area where driver education is not available)

If you are 18 or older:

• No driver education is required, although it’s still recommended to help you become a safer driver

In Alaska, before you get your driver’s license, the requirements depend on your age:
If you are under 18:

• You must complete a state-approved driver education course, OR
• An additional 10 hours of supervised driving (for a total of 50 hours) if a driver education course is not available within 50 miles of your residence

If you are 18 or older:

• No formal driver education is required, though it’s still beneficial

You can find Alaska-approved driver education programs by:

• Checking your high school’s offerings
• Visiting the Alaska DMV website for a list of approved programs
• Contacting your local DMV office for recommendations

The Alaska road test checks:

• If you can safely operate the vehicle
• If you follow traffic laws and signs
• Basic maneuvers like turns, lane changes, and parking
• Awareness of other road users
• Good decision making in various traffic situations

Before you start, the DMV examiner will check your vehicle to make sure it’s safe to operate, including:

• Brake lights
• Turn signals
• Horn
• Windshield wipers
• Tires
• Seat belts

You can schedule your road test in Alaska by:

• Using the Alaska DMV’s online appointment system
• Calling your local DMV office
• Visiting a DMV office in person

On the day of your road test in Alaska, bring:

• Your instruction permit
• A licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
• A properly registered and insured vehicle for your test
• Proof of insurance for the vehicle
• Current vehicle registration
• If you’re under 18, proof that you’ve completed the required supervised driving hours and driver education (if applicable)

Common reasons for failing the Alaska road test include:

• Not checking blind spots before changing lanes
• Rolling through stop signs instead of coming to a complete stop
• Driving too fast or too slow for conditions
• Improper lane positioning or lane changes
• Not yielding to pedestrians or other vehicles
• Lack of steering control
• Poor awareness of surroundings
• Inability to parallel park

To convert your instruction permit to a driver’s license in Alaska:
If you are under 18 years old:

• Hold your instruction permit for at least 6 months
• Complete at least 40 hours of supervised driving (10 hours in challenging conditions)
• Complete driver education or an additional 10 hours of supervised driving if driver education is not available
• Be at least 16 years old
• Pass the road test
• Pay the licensing fees

If you are 18 or older:

• Practice with your permit
• Schedule and pass the road test
• Pay the licensing fees

Alaska’s graduated licensing program has these stages:

• Instruction Permit: Must be at least 14 years old. Practice with a licensed driver 21 or older. Valid for 2 years.
• Provisional License: Must be at least 16 years old, held permit for at least 6 months, completed required supervised driving and driver education.
• Full License: Provisional restrictions end when you turn 18 or have held your provisional license for 6 months (whichever is longer).
• Adults 18 and older can go directly from permit to full license after passing the road test.

As a new driver under 18 in Alaska, your provisional license will have these restrictions:

• No driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. (unless driving to or from employment or religious activity, or when accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21)
• For the first 6 months, you cannot drive with passengers under 21 (except siblings) unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21
• No use of electronic devices while driving, including hands-free

These restrictions apply until you turn 18 or have held your provisional license for 6 months (whichever is longer).

Alaska does not recognize out-of-state permits. If you are moving to Alaska with an out-of-state permit:

• You will need to apply for an Alaska permit
• If you’re under 18, you must still meet all Alaska requirements for supervised driving time and driver education

Alaska offers the following accommodations for applicants with disabilities:

• Audio versions of the driver manual
• Oral knowledge tests
• Interpreters
• Extended testing time
• The ability to use special equipment in your own vehicle for the driving test
• Contact your local DMV office before your appointment to request accommodations

Yes, non-U.S. citizens can obtain an Alaska driver’s license or permit by providing:

• Proof of identity with legal presence in the U.S. (such as a valid passport with visa or other immigration documents)
• Proof of Alaska residency
• Social Security number, if eligible
• Visit the Alaska DMV website for more information on documentation requirements for non-citizens

You can download a copy of the Alaska Driver’s Manual here: https://permittest.com/alaska/ak-drivers-handbook-manual/

Yes! We have free Alaska practice tests that mirror the actual permit test. Our practice tests will help you study the material and get comfortable with the test format before your actual exam.

For more information about the Alaska permit process:

• Visit doa.alaska.gov/dmv
• Call (907) 269-5551 during business hours
• Visit your local DMV office

If you lose your Alaska permit:

• Go to a DMV office in person
• Fill out a replacement application
• Bring proof of identity
• Pay the replacement fee

A parent or guardian who signed the application for a minor can cancel their teen’s permit or license by submitting a written and notarized request to the Alaska DMV. Once canceled, the minor cannot get another license or permit without new parental consent.