Alaska's Big $1,312 Financial Boost: Who Gets It This Week?

• Author: Miguel Waters
• Posted: 2025-04-23

In Alaska, a special bonus of $1,312, known as the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), is making its way into the bank accounts of certain residents this April.

This payment, drawn from the state's oil income, is not new to Alaskans. Typically handed out in October, some folks who missed getting their check last year are receiving it now.

This dividend is a part of Alaska's unique way of sharing state profits with its residents, but not everyone can just claim it. It's aimed at those who fit a particular set of rules and didn't get their payment in the last cycle.
 

Who's Eligible for the April Payment?

In April 2025, the money is targeted toward people whose applications were given the green light between April 10 and 17, including some who were approved before but hadn't received their payment yet.

To be in the running for the PFD check, here's what you need:
 

• Residency: You've got to have lived in Alaska all through 2023.
• Travel: Not have been out of Alaska for more than 180 days in a row, unless for specific reasons like school, medical care, or military service.
• Legal Standing: You shouldn’t have been found guilty of any serious crimes or certain lesser offenses in 2023.

It's also important to note that these payments are currently only for folks whose applications were already under review by March 31, 2024. So, if you're thinking of applying now for this cycle, you'll have to wait.
 

How to Get Your Check

If you're in Alaska and think you should be getting this check, you can check the status of your PFD application through the Alaska Department of Revenue’s official site. Here, you'll need either your application number or some personal details to see if your payment is on its way or if your application is still pending.

Haven't seen the money yet? Make sure your application was indeed approved, your bank details are correct, and there's been no oversight or delay from the state’s side.

This $1,312 might be a big help for many families in Alaska. Although it's an Alaska-only program, its consistent support makes it one of the strongest state assistance programs in the US.

Looking ahead, the next round of PFD payments is scheduled for October 2025, with the exact amount to be decided based on the state budget and income from the fund.

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