The Alaska department of revenue has affirmed that the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) amount that is payable to the qualified residents in the year 2025 will be fixed at 1000 in this year. This payment is included in the special program of Alaska that allocates a part of the oil revenues of the state to the residents every year. The dividend is a great financial asset to a lot of Alaskans, as it assists them in living costs, bills, and savings.
Important Information of 2025 PFD Payment
- Payment Amount: $1,000 on a per-capita basis.
- Payment Start Date:
– October 2, 2025: Direct deposit to online applicants whose status as of September 18 is Eligible-Not Paid.
– October 23, 2025: Paper check: Individuals who completed the application by paper or received the status of - Eligible-Not Paid as of October 13 will receive a paper check.
- Other eligible applications that remain unpaid by the end of the late 2025 or the early 2026 shall receive monthly payments.
Eligibility Criteria
In order to be eligible in the 2025 PFD an applicant has to:
- Residency in Alaska 2024 calendar year.
- Planned to live in Alaska permanently.
- Nor do you have any other state or country of residence that you claim after 2023.
- Be physically domiciled in Alaska at least 72 hours continuously in 2023 or 2024.
- Pass a criminal record check (no serious convictions in last year).
- Apply between January 1 and March 31, 2025.
Checking the Status of Your Payment
The secure myAlaska portal allows an applicant to check their PFD status and see that their application is labeled as either Eligible-Not Paid and what the approximate payment date will be. It is the authoritative tool to monitor payment and prevent fraud.
Payment Methods
Direct Deposit: The quickest and the safest way of payment.
Checks: Mailed out to those applicants who do not have a bank account or those who would prefer paper checks.
Summary Table: Alaska PFD 2025 Payment Schedule
| Payment Batch | Eligibility Cutoff Date | Payment Date | Payment Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Batch | Eligible-Not Paid by Sept 18, 2025 | October 2, 2025 | Direct Deposit |
| Second Batch | Eligible-Not Paid by Oct 13, 2025 | October 23, 2025 | Paper Checks |
| Third Batch | Eligible-Not Paid by Nov 12, 2025 | November 20, 2025 | Direct Deposit/Paper |
FAQs
Q1: Who is eligible to receive the payment in 2025 of 1000 USD of PFD?
Alaskans satisfy the above-mentioned residency, application, and legal requirements.
Q2: in what time shall I be paid my PFD?
It is paid based on application and status but begins October 2, 2025, and in batches.
Q3: Can I still apply for the 2025 PFD?
The deadline is March 31, 2025, but late applications could be accepted with delays.
Q4: How can I avoid scams?
Use official Alaska government sites and portals to only get information about PFD.
