By mid-August 2025, nearly every qualifying Alaskan household will begin to see the $1,702 Stimulus Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) drop into their bank accounts. Funded entirely by oil revenue, the dividend is that yearly “thank you” check from the state, reminding everyone that the Last Frontier loves to share. If you want to know the moment the money arrives, use the steps below to check your PFD status.
What to Know About the 2025 Permanent Fund Dividend
This year’s dividend comes in two parts: a base of $1,403.83 and a special energy relief bonus of $298.17, added to bring the entire check to $1,702. The PFD is different from the federally offered stimulus payments, because it’s an Alaska-only deal shown to Alaskan ID cards the moment the state receives the oil check. The cash goes to nearly every person who files a simple Alaska PFD application and keeps a valid permanent address.
Many families use the dividend to keep the kitchen stocked, pay down surprising heat bills, or grab the items needed for the long Alaskan winter. The PFD isn’t just a bonus; it’s a way Alaska hands money back to the people who keep the state home. The share from the oil keeps coming, and the plan is designed to keep it that way.
Who Gets the $1,702 Check?
To snag the 2025 Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), you need to tick off a few boxes:
First, you’ve gotta have been an Alaska resident the whole year of 2024. If you cruised up here sometime after January, the 2025 check isn’t meant for you.
Second, you need to plan to stay in Alaska forever. No temporary moves to another state or posting out-of-state military or college residency claims.
Third, you have to meet physical presence rules we have and stay here for the required number of days in the qualifying year.
Applications were open from January 1 until April 1, 2025. Miss the deadline? Sorry, we don’t provide exceptions.
How to See if Your Check is in the Bank
Curious if the $1,702 is already in your account? Here’s the simple way to check:
- Go to the official Alaska Department of Revenue PFD Division website and log in with your username and password.
- Click on the “My Dividend” tab, where you’ll see the up-to-date status of your application.
- Find one of these status notices: “Eligible-Paid” (the money’s been deposited), or “Eligible-Not Paid” (it’s being processed). Some notices will explain exactly what’s happening.
- If it says “Eligible-Not Paid,” peek at the payment schedule to see when your check is expected to land.
- Double-check that your bank account info on your profile is correct so your money goes straight to your account and doesn’t sit in limbo.
Key Payment Dates to Mark
The 2025 PFD money is going out in waves:
May 2025: Fast-track folks who mailed in their paperwork and it got processed right away got their checks.
August 21, 2025: Folks who were “Eligible-Not Paid” on August 13 got their money.
October 2, 2025: Main batch for everyone still in “Eligible-Not Paid” status on September 18.
October 23, 2025: Last big round for anyone still eligible.
If your direct deposit is late, give it three to five business days to see if it clears before you call PFD Division.
Fixing Missing Payments
If your deposit doesn’t show up, you might have one of these problems:
- Your application has mistakes or missing info that needs fixing.
- Your bank info is outdated or entered wrong.
- There’s debt that can be taken out of your PFD.
- You didn’t update your address after you moved inside Alaska.
If the problem won’t clear up, reach out to the PFD Division directly by phone or through their email support.
FAQs
Is the $1,702 payment taxable?
Yes, you need to count the $1,702 payment as taxable income when you fill out your federal tax return.
Can I appeal if my application was denied?
Absolutely, you can appeal, but you’ll need to send in documents that show you really qualified.
What if I missed the application deadline?
Sorry, the deadline was April 1, 2025, and they don’t make any exceptions.
How will I know if my payment was garnished for debts?
You’ll get an official letter that tells you if any part of your payment was reduced because of debts.
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