Alaska Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

An Alaska motor vehicle bill of sale records the sale or trade of a vehicle between a seller and a buyer. This legal document is used as proof of transfer and can be referred to in case of any future disputes over ownership or the condition of the vehicle.

Registering a Motor Vehicle

The vehicle registration process must be done within ten days of purchase and in person at a Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office if the resident lives within 50 miles of one. Otherwise, the registration can be completed online by following the instructions on the Remote Alaska Title Procedures page and filling out the Application for Title and Registration (Form 812).

All additional required documents can be submitted by mail. The registration is valid for two years.

Gather Required Documents

The following documents are required to register a vehicle with the DMV in Alaska:

• Application for Title and Registration (Form 812): The vehicle transaction application.
• Bill of Sale.
• Vehicle Title: Provide a photocopy of the vehicle’s title if there is a lien against the vehicle and the title is held in a different state or the lien release if applicable.
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
• Proof of Insurance: Confirms that the vehicle owner complies with the minimum requirements, providing coverage in the event of an accident.

Submit Your Documents

Vehicle registration can be done in person at a DMV office, online, or by mail at the following address:

After you file the initial registration, you can renew your registration with the online renewal system.

Pay Registration Fees

Vehicle registration fees in Alaska can be handled at the a local DMV office or by mail for remote locations. The cost can be determined by using an online registration fee calculator.

Alaska Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Sample

You can download your own Alaska motor vehicle bill of sale template below as a PDF or Word file.