$1,000 Alaska PFD Relief Payments Arriving Soon: Full December 2025 Payout Schedule Explained
Alaska residents are set to receive $1,000 Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) payments in the coming weeks, as the state releases its newly updated payout schedule. These payments are not federal stimulus checks. Instead, they come from Alaska’s long-running oil-revenue program, the Alaska Permanent Fund, which was established in the 1970s to protect and share the state’s natural resource wealth.
Every year, eligible residents receive a one-time dividend, and the 2025 amount has been confirmed at $1,000. With new dates now released for November, December, and January, many Alaskans are eager to know when their money will arrive and how to confirm their status.
What Is the Alaska PFD and Why Do Residents Get It?
The Alaska Permanent Fund was created in 1976 when leaders decided that a portion of the state’s oil revenue should be saved for future generations. Instead of spending all oil profits immediately, Alaska invested the money into a large public fund that continues to grow every year.
Today, that fund is worth more than $54–80 billion, depending on market conditions. It invests in:
- Stocks
- Bonds
- Private equity
- Real estate
- Infrastructure
- International markets
A portion of its earnings is paid to residents annually as the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD). Since 1983, this program has distributed billions of dollars to Alaskans and is considered one of the most successful public wealth funds in the world.
How Much Is the 2025 PFD?
For 2025, the official dividend amount is:
$1,000 per eligible resident
This is $702 lower than the 2024 payout, but still an important financial boost for many households.
PFD 2025 Payment Schedule: When Will Money Arrive?
The Alaska Department of Revenue has released the full schedule for the rest of the year. Payments are being sent in waves based on the “Eligible-Not Paid” status inside the myPFD account.
Completed Payments
- October 23, 2025: First wave (direct deposit applicants)
Upcoming Payments
| Status as of | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| November 12, 2025 | November 20, 2025 |
| December 10, 2025 | December 18, 2025 |
| January 7, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
If your status still shows “Eligible – Not Paid” on these dates, your payment will go out in the next scheduled batch.
How to Check Your PFD Payment Status
Residents can check the progress of their dividend at the myPFD portal.
Inside your account:
- If your status says “PAID”, a blue “Details” button will appear.
- Clicking it will show:
Payment amount
Payment date
Method (direct deposit or paper check)
This is the most reliable and official way to track your payout.
What If You Moved or Changed Your Bank Account?
If you moved, changed banks, or updated your contact information, you must update it inside your myPFD account.
This ensures your payment does not get delayed or returned.
Residents who:
- Applied via myAlaska, but
- Cannot update online
…must submit an Address Change Form by mail or hand-deliver it to a Department of Revenue office.
Eligibility Requirements for the 2025 PFD
To qualify for this year’s PFD, residents must meet several criteria:
Be a legal resident of Alaska
Intend to remain permanently in the state
Be physically present in Alaska for at least 72 consecutive hours during 2023 and 2024
Not claim residency in any other state
Have no felony or certain criminal convictions
File the PFD application before March 31, 2025
Anyone who missed the deadline must wait until the 2026 application window opens next year.
Why the Alaska Permanent Fund Matters
Alaska’s economy relies heavily on oil, which can rise and fall with global markets. The Permanent Fund helps create renewable revenue even when oil production drops.
Key benefits:
- Provides stable financial income
- Supports long-term growth
- Helps future generations
- Reduces dependence on oil price swings
Each year, the fund remains one of the top revenue sources for Alaska, second only to oil-related taxes and royalties.
Summary (Easy-to-Read Version)
- Alaska residents will receive $1,000 PFD payments this year.
- Payments go out on Nov 20, Dec 18, and Jan 15.
- Check your myPFD account for real-time updates.
- Eligibility requires residency, physical presence, and no felonies.
- The Permanent Fund protects oil wealth and supports Alaskans every year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Are these $1,000 payments a federal stimulus check?
No. They are Alaska PFD payments funded by the state.
2. When is the next payment?
The next PFD payment is December 18, 2025.
3. Can I still apply for the 2025 PFD?
No. Applications are closed. You must apply next spring for the 2026 dividend.
4. How do I know if I’m being paid?
Check the myPFD portal. If the status shows PAID, the money is already scheduled.
5. Why is the 2025 payout lower than 2024?
Oil revenue was lower this year, reducing the dividend amount.