Thousands of Alaska residents are set to receive a $1,000 payment in 2025 through the state’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD). The PFD sends part of Alaska’s oil investment earnings directly to eligible residents.
This year’s amount is $1,000 per person—lower than last year, which included an additional energy bonus—but still welcome help as prices remain high.
What is the PFD?
The PFD is Alaska’s annual payment to eligible residents, funded by earnings from the state’s oil and gas resources.
A portion of royalties and mineral lease income goes into an investment fund, and the earnings help pay the dividend.
The goal is to ensure Alaskans share in the value of the state’s nonrenewable resources, now and in the future.
Who is eligible?
To qualify for the 2025 PFD, you must meet residency rules:
- Lived in Alaska for the entire 2024 calendar year.
- Intend to remain an Alaska resident indefinitely at the time you apply.
- Did not claim residency in another state or country, and did not receive benefits by doing so elsewhere.
- If you were outside Alaska for more than 180 days, you must have been physically in Alaska for at least 72 consecutive hours.
Payment dates
Two payment runs remain for 2025. Payments cover eligible 2025 applications and unpaid dividends from earlier years:
- If your application status shows “Eligible – Unpaid” on October 13, 2025, your payment will be issued on October 23, 2025.
- If your status shows “Eligible – Unpaid” on November 12, 2025, your payment will be issued on November 20, 2025.
Bottom line: If you meet the residency rules and your application shows “Eligible – Unpaid” by the listed dates, you can expect a $1,000 payment on the corresponding payout date.
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