478 Form Alaska PDF Details

The 478 Alaska form serves as a comprehensive application for individuals seeking to obtain a driver's license, permit, or identification card within the state. This document, administered by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), covers license type classification, personal information, organ donor status, veteran status, and voter registration. Applicants may apply for commercial and non-commercial licenses, with endorsements for hazardous materials transport or motorcycle operation available as needed.

To be eligible to apply, you must be a resident of Alaska and meet the minimum age requirement for the license type. New Alaska residents must apply within 90 days of establishing residency. For a standard non-commercial license, applicants must be at least 16 years old. For a learner's permit, the minimum age is 14. Real ID applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status in addition to the standard documents.

Before completing the 478 form, gather the following documents: a certified U.S. birth certificate or valid U.S. passport, proof of your Social Security number, two proofs of Alaska residency (such as utility bills, bank statements, or lease agreements), and any prior driver's licenses or permits from other states. If your name has changed, bring supporting legal documents such as a marriage certificate or court order. Application fees vary by license type and are paid directly at the DMV office when submitting the completed form.

QuestionAnswer
Form Name478 Form Alaska
Form Length1 pages
Fillable?No
Fillable fields0
Avg. time to fill out15 sec
Other namesalaska real id application form, alaska dmv vision form, alaska dmv form 478, application alaska dmv form
Who Can ApplyAlaska residents age 14 or older (permit) or 16+ (standard license)
Where to SubmitAny Alaska DMV driver licensing office in person
Accepted ID TypesU.S. passport, birth certificate, Social Security card, proof of Alaska residency
Processing TimeSame day at the DMV office

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STATE OF ALASKA

DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES

APPLICATION FOR ALASKA DRIVER LICENSE,

PERMIT OR IDENTIFICATION CARD

478

LICENSE / PERMIT

 

 

CLASSIFICATION

 

 

 

ENDORSEMENTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Driver License

 

Non-Commercial (D)

 

 

Hazardous

 

Passenger (P)

Instruction Permit

 

Motorcycle

 

 

Tank (N)

 

School Bus (S)

Identification Card

 

CDL

A B C

 

 

Tank (N) + HazMat (H)

 

Doubles / Triples

FULL

 

First

 

 

Middle

 

 

 

Last

 

 

Suffix

LEGAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAME:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AK license / permit / ID number, if applicable.

 

Date of Birth

 

Sex

 

 

Height

 

Weight

 

Hair Color

Eye Color

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ft

in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLACE

 

City

 

 

 

State

 

Country (If other than USA)

 

Social Security Number

OF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIRTH:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mailing Address (This address will appear on the license, permit or ID.)

City

State

Zip Code

Residence Address (Physical location – no PO Box or Mail Receiving Station addresses.)

City

State

Zip Code

Email

Phone #

 

I declare myself an honorably discharged US Armed Forces veteran and authorize DMV to send my personal information to the

YES

NO

VETERAN

Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs to provide benefits to me.

 

 

 

I have a US Armed Forces honorable discharge and wish to have a veteran designation placed / retained on my license.

YES

NO

ORGAN DONOR

Would you like to be an organ donor with a designator displayed on your license / ID card?

YES

NO

Would you like to donate $1 or more to the anatomical gift awareness fund? If so, how much?

$

 

 

 

VOTER

REGISTRATION

Would you like to register to vote or make changes to your voter registration

YES

NO

 

 

Are you a U.S. Citizen? You may not register to vote if you are not a U.S. citizen.

YES

NO

 

 

Have been convicted of a felony?

YES

NO

 

 

Have you been unconditionally discharged?

YES

NO

 

 

Would you like your residence address kept confidential? (Your residence address must be DIFFERENT than your mailing

YES

NO

address to be kept confidential.)

 

 

If you are already registered to vote in the State of Alaska, this form will update your voter registration address.

 

 

Do you want your address updated for voter registration purposes?

YES

NO

(In order to be a registered voter of Alaska, you must provide an Alaska residence address.)

 

 

 

 

 

PREVIOUS

List any previous / maiden names by which you have been known:

 

 

NAMES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

List any States in which you have ever held a permit, license or id card:

 

 

 

Have your driving privileges ever been suspended or revoked or application for license refused?

YES

NO

DRIVER

State:

Date:

Reason:

 

 

LICENSE

 

 

State:

Date:

Reason:

 

 

QUESTIONS

 

 

Within the past 5 years, have you had a medical condition or impairment, mental or physical disorder, seizure, or any other

YES

NO

(You do not need to

health problems that could affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle?

answer these

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

questions for an ID

If yes, please explain:

 

 

 

 

card)

 

 

 

 

Within the last five years, have you had three or more alcohol or drug related convictions?

YES

NO

 

 

If yes, you must provide physician verification that the problem is under control or proof of completion of a rehabilitative treatment program

 

 

COMMERCIAL

Are you domiciled (permanent residence) in the State of Alaska?

YES

NO

DRIVERS ONLY

 

 

 

 

 

I acknowledge that receiving an Alaska Permit, License or ID card may cancel or invalidate any Permit, License or ID card from another state per the laws of that state. I have personally reviewed the information on this application and certify under penalty of perjury that to the best of my knowledge and belief the information on this application is true and correct. NOTE: Making a false statement in connection with this application may be punishable by a maximum penalty of $50,000 or five years imprisonment or both per AS 11.46.505.

X

Signature of Applicant (MUST SIGN IN FRONT OF A DMV REPRESENTATIVE)

Date

AMVC ID / Office Number

*****DMV USE ONLY *****

VISION

฀With CL

Left

Both

Right

Vision Notes

CDL Color Blind Test:

TEST

฀Without CL

20/

20/

20/

 

Pass / Fail / Medical Card

LICENSE

฀Orig ฀Renew ฀Duplicate

ISSUED

Class:

 

DOCUMENTS SEEN / OTHER NOTES

(Rev.08/14/2017)

Alaska.gov/dmv

How to Edit 478 Form Alaska Online for Free

The Alaska DMV 478 form is straightforward to complete. Use the FormsPal PDF editor to fill it in online and print it before visiting the DMV office. Follow these steps to complete your application correctly:

  1. Open the form. Click the orange "Get Form" button at the top of this page. The FormsPal PDF editor will load the 478 form so you can begin entering information.
  2. Select your license or permit type. In the first section, choose the type of document you are applying for: driver license, learner permit, commercial driver license (CDL), or state identification card. For CDL applicants, also indicate the class (A, B, or C) and any endorsements such as hazardous materials or passenger transport.
How one can fill in alaska application permit form stage 1
  1. Enter your personal information. Provide your full legal name, date of birth, Social Security number, and current Alaska residential address. If you have lived at this address for less than one year, also include your previous address.
  2. Complete the additional sections. The form asks about previous names or aliases, prior licenses from other states, veteran status, organ donor preference, and voter registration. Answer each section honestly. Fields related to medical conditions that affect driving are required for safety purposes.
alaska application permit form conclusion process explained (part 2)
  1. Review and sign. Read the certification statement carefully before signing. Your signature confirms that all information provided is accurate under penalty of perjury. Then bring the completed form and your supporting documents to your nearest Alaska DMV office.

What documents do I need to bring with the 478 form?

Bring a certified U.S. birth certificate or valid passport, your Social Security card or a document showing your Social Security number, and two proofs of Alaska residency such as utility bills or bank statements dated within the last 90 days.

Can I submit the 478 form by mail?

No. The Alaska DMV requires all driver license and ID applications to be submitted in person at an Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles office. You must be present to provide a signature and have your photo taken.

What is the difference between a standard license and a Real ID?

A Real ID is a federally compliant form of identification accepted for boarding domestic flights and entering secure federal facilities. To obtain a Real ID, you must provide additional proof of citizenship or lawful status not required for a standard license. Both types of IDs use the Alaska DMV 478 application form.

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