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What will it cost to move a car from Alaska to South Dakota?

Compare the transport decision with the title, registration, tax, inspection, insurance, and old-state closeout attached to the move.

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Alaska → South Dakota

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South Dakota fee noteTitle and register the vehicle through the county treasurer within 90 days after arriving in South Dakota.

Tax noteSouth Dakota may collect additional motor-vehicle excise tax when the prior state charged a lower amount. Bring proof of tax paid and confirm the county fees before filing.

Alaska recoveryAlaska does not issue a routine partial-period refund. A payment made before the registration period began may qualify.

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Destination title and registration
Title and register the vehicle through the county treasurer within 90 days after arriving in South Dakota.
Destination tax and fees
South Dakota may collect additional motor-vehicle excise tax when the prior state charged a lower amount. Bring proof of tax paid and confirm the county fees before filing.
Inspection or VIN
No statewide inspection amount applies to every vehicle on this route.
Old-state recovery
Alaska does not issue a routine partial-period refund. A payment made before the registration period began may qualify.

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