More than 600 Alaskans will begin receiving a $1,702 stimulus payment starting today as part of the 2025 Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD). This annual payment, funded by state oil and gas revenues, helps residents cover essential expenses like food, housing, and medical care.
The Alaska Department of Revenue administers the program, ensuring that eligible residents receive their dividends on time while preventing fraud.
According to Genevieve Wojtusik, division director of the fund, the department is committed to fairness and efficiency in distributing these payments.
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Payment
For 2024, the PFD payment totals $1,702, which includes:
- $1,403.83 from the Permanent Fund Dividend
- $298.17 from an energy assistance check
Payments will be distributed in multiple phases throughout 2025 based on the applicant’s approval status.
Schedule
Eligible residents will receive payments according to the following schedule:
| Status Date | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| March 12, 2025 | March 20, 2025 |
| April 9, 2025 | April 17, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 | May 15, 2025 |
If your application is in “Eligible-Unpaid” status by one of these deadlines, you will receive your payment on the corresponding date.
Eligibility
To qualify for the 2025 PFD, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Residency: Must have lived in Alaska for the entire previous calendar year and intend to stay indefinitely.
- Physical Presence: Must have spent at least 72 hours in Alaska within the past 24 months.
- Criminal Record: Must not have been imprisoned for a felony in the last 12 months. Applicants with more than two misdemeanor convictions since January 1, 1997, are also ineligible.
Application
Alaska residents have until March 31, 2025, to apply for the Permanent Fund Dividend. Applications can be submitted:
- Online at pfd.alaska.gov
- By mail to the Alaska Department of Revenue
Exceptions
Some individuals may qualify for special exceptions, including:
- People with disabilities who need assistance applying
- Family members claiming benefits for a deceased applicant
- Military personnel who received hostile fire or imminent danger pay during the application period
Those who qualify under these exceptions should contact the Alaska Department of Revenue directly for guidance.
The Permanent Fund Dividend remains an essential financial resource for Alaska residents, providing crucial assistance to those who qualify. If you haven’t applied yet, be sure to do so before the March 31 deadline to receive your $1,702 payment.
FAQs
Who qualifies for the Alaska PFD payment?
Residents who lived in Alaska all last year and plan to stay.
How much is the 2025 Alaska PFD payment?
The total payment is $1,702, including an energy assistance check.
When is the PFD application deadline?
The deadline to apply is March 31, 2025.
How can I apply for the Alaska PFD?
You can apply online at pfd.alaska.gov or by mail.
Can I get the PFD if I was in jail?
Felony prisoners and repeat misdemeanor offenders are ineligible.
