Alaska Stimulus Check 2025: Permanent Fund Dividend PaymentUpdated 5 days ago

In August 2025, eligible residents of Alaska will receive a $1,702 payment through the state’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) program. This annual initiative, established in 1980, distributes a portion of Alaska’s oil revenue directly to residents, providing financial relief and reinforcing the state’s commitment to sharing its natural resource wealth.

Key Details About the 2025 PFD

The 2025 PFD payment includes $1,440 from the base fund and a $262 energy relief bonus. Payments are scheduled to begin on August 21, 2025, for applicants who are marked "Eligible – Not Paid" by August 13. Subsequent disbursements are planned for September 11, October 2, and October 23, depending on application status.

To qualify for the 2025 PFD, applicants must have lived in Alaska for the entire 2024 calendar year, intend to remain an Alaska resident indefinitely, not claim residency in another state or country, and meet specific criminal justice-related criteria.

The PFD program continues to serve as a vital source of financial support for Alaskans, reflecting the state’s unique approach to distributing resource wealth directly among its residents.