💰 Official PFD Payment Schedule & Eligibility 2025
The PFD is more than just an annual check. For many families it’s a financial lifeline. In 2025, applicants confirmed as “Eligible-Not Paid” by certain cutoff dates will see their dividends released in late August, September, and October. That means some households may already have received their funds, while others are waiting for October’s mass payments. The state stresses that direct deposit applicants typically see faster processing than those receiving paper warrants (physical checks).
Source: State of Alaska - Permanent Fund Dividend Division (pfd.alaska.gov). The text and dates below reflect the PFD Division's published wording and payment schedule.
Payment Schedule
• 2024 (and prior year) dividend applications that are in “Eligible-Not Paid” status on August 13, 2025, will be distributed on August 21, 2025.
• 2024 (and prior year) dividend applications that are in “Eligible-Not Paid” status on September 3, 2025, will be distributed on September 11, 2025.
• 2025 (and prior year) dividend applications that are in “Eligible-Not Paid” status on September 18, 2025, will be distributed on October 2, 2025. First mass payment for 2025 includes applications filed online with a valid direct deposit.
• 2025 (and prior year) dividend applications that are in “Eligible-Not Paid” status on October 13, 2025, will be distributed on October 23, 2025. Second mass payment for 2025 includes all applications paid by warrant (check) or direct deposit.
2025 PFD Payment Schedule (Official)
| Application status as of | Applies to | Payment date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13, 2025 | 2024 (and prior year) applications in “Eligible-Not Paid” | August 21, 2025 | Mass payment for prior-year eligible-not-paid applicants. |
| September 3, 2025 | 2024 (and prior year) applications in “Eligible-Not Paid” | September 11, 2025 | Second prior-year mass payment run. |
| September 18, 2025 | 2025 (and prior year) applications in “Eligible-Not Paid” | October 2, 2025 | First mass payment for 2025 — includes online filings with valid direct deposit. |
| October 13, 2025 | 2025 (and prior year) applications in “Eligible-Not Paid” | October 23, 2025 | Second mass payment for 2025 — includes all applications paid by check or direct deposit. |
What “Eligible-Not Paid” means
The PFD Division uses the status “Eligible-Not Paid” to indicate an application has been reviewed and determined eligible, but the funds have not yet been distributed. If an applicant is marked Eligible-Not Paid by the cutoff date listed for a mass payment run, they will be included in that scheduled distribution. For full details on status definitions and post-approval timing, see the PFD FAQ and Payments pages.
Eligibility summary (brief)
- Applicants must meet residency requirements for the qualifying year (examples and special rules are on the PFD site). See the official eligibility checklist for full conditions.
- Allowable absences: You may be absent up to 180 days in a calendar year and remain eligible, subject to certain exceptions (see Absence Guidelines).
- Military, student, deceased, and other special-case rules are explained in dedicated PFD pages, link to the PFD site for those readers who need specifics.
Publisher’s note: This content reproduces the PFD Division's official wording and dates as published on pfd.alaska.gov. Always confirm with the PFD site for the most current information before publishing.
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