For 2025, every eligible Alaskan will receive a $1,312 payment through the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) — often dubbed a state “stimulus check.”
Funded by Alaska’s oil and gas earnings, this isn’t a federal payment but a unique annual dividend designed to share the state’s resource revenue with residents.
What Is the $1,312 Payment?
This “stimulus” is part of the Alaska PFD, calculated from oil royalties and fund investments using a 5-year average. For the 2025 payout, it has been set at $1,312 per eligible person.
PFD 2025 – At‑a‑Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) |
| Payment Amount | $1,312 per person |
| Application Window | Jan 1 – July 30, 2025 |
| Eligibility | Alaska residency, no major convictions, etc. |
| Payment Timeline | Begins October 2025 |
| Apply Online | Through myPFD portal at pfd.alaska.gov |
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a permanent Alaska resident throughout 2024
- Plan to stay in Alaska indefinitely
- Not have claimed residency elsewhere post-Dec 31, 2023
- Avoid felony convictions or incarceration in 2024
- Not be absent from Alaska over 180 days (unless for approved reasons)
- Provide a valid Social Security Number
- Ensure current bank and contact info are up to date
How to Apply
Online (Recommended):
- Go to pfd.alaska.gov and sign into myPFD
- Complete the form accurately—double-check your info
- Submit before July 30, 2025
Paper (Mail/In‑person):
- Obtain and complete the official form
- Mail or hand-deliver before deadline
- Late or incorrect submissions may lead to delays or rejection
Payment Schedule
- October 2025: Direct deposits and checks begin
- Applicants with approved online submissions receive payment first
- Paper applications typically arrive 2–3 weeks later
- Exact dates posted in September 2025
- Track through myPFD portal
Latest Updates
- The 2025 payout remains at $1,312 after a high $1,702 in 2024
- Over 600,000 Alaskans receive this annually
- Backup withholding rules apply if SSN mismatches IRS records
- Alaskans must report this amount as taxable federal income
Why the PFD Matters
- Redistributes statewide resource wealth to citizens
- Offers a significant financial boost—especially where taxes are low
- Contributes to over $31 billion paid since 1982
- A powerful example of a regional basic income model
Alaska’s $1,312 Permanent Fund Dividend represents a rare form of state-level financial redistribution, offering residents a meaningful annual supplement.
If you’re eligible, apply online before July 30, 2025, ensure your details are accurate, and track your payout through myPFD. It’s not just money—it’s Alaska’s promise to share its resource wealth with every resident.
FAQs
Who qualifies for the $1,312 PFD in 2025?
Permanent Alaska residents who met the criteria in 2024 and applied before July 30, 2025.
How do I claim the payment?
Submit your application online via myPFD or mail/deliver a paper form by July 30, 2025.
When will the payment arrive?
Payments begin in October 2025, with direct deposits first and checks following within weeks.