The $1702 stimulus check takes center stage for thousands of Alaskans awaiting much-needed financial relief, with the latest payment set to be distributed on August 21, 2025. This popular annual initiative, officially known as the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), continues to stand out as the most significant and ongoing state-level direct payment to residents as of July 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about the eligibility, payment schedule, and recent updates involving this financial boost.
Alaska remains the only U.S. state providing a $1702 stimulus check this year. The PFD channels a share of the state’s oil revenue directly to citizens, and for many, it has become an essential supplement for day-to-day expenses. According to official state schedules, applicants whose 2024 or earlier PFD status is marked “Eligible – Unpaid” by August 13 will see the payment in their bank accounts on August 21, 2025.
Who Qualifies for the $1702 Stimulus Payment in Alaska?
The eligibility for the 2025 PFD payment is straightforward, but comes with several key restrictions to ensure that only true, long-term Alaskan residents benefit:
- Continuous Residency: You must have lived in Alaska throughout the entire year of 2023.
- No Claims of Residency Elsewhere: Applicants must not have declared residency or received benefits from another state or country in the same period.
- Clean Legal Record: A felony conviction disqualifies you from receiving the payment.
- Absence Limits: You cannot have been away from Alaska for more than 180 days in 2023.
Check your application’s status and update contact details via the official “myPFD” portal on the state PFD website.
Government Stimulus Checks in 2025: The Latest News and What You Need to Know
When Will Alaska Residents Get the $1702 Stimulus Check?
Here is the confirmed schedule for upcoming PFD payments:
| Payment Status | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| Eligible-Unpaid as of June 11 | June 18, 2025 |
| Eligible-Unpaid as of July 9 | July 17, 2025 |
| Eligible-Unpaid as of August 13 | August 21, 2025 |
Applications for the 2024 PFD are now closed, but residents can prepare for the next cycle. The application window for the 2026 dividend will open from January 1 through March 31, 2026.
Key Facts About the $1702 Stimulus Check
- The 2025 $1,702 amount includes a base dividend ($1,403.83) and a $298.17 energy assistance bonus.
- Although subject to federal tax, the payment is not taxed by the State of Alaska.
- Direct deposit is the fastest way to receive funds, and physical checks are issued for those not enrolled in electronic payments.
- Scams and viral misinformation still circulate, but no federal $1702 stimulus is available elsewhere—this payment is exclusive to Alaska.
Does Any Other State or the Federal Government Offer a $1702 Stimulus Check?
No other state or the federal government offers a $1,702 stimulus check like Alaska’s 2025 Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD). Since 2021, there have been no new federal Economic Impact Payments or stimulus checks issued. Alaska stands out uniquely for providing this substantial direct payment to eligible residents, funded by oil and gas revenues through the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation.
In 2025, the PFD amounts to $1,702 per eligible resident, which combines a base dividend of approximately $1,404 and an additional energy relief bonus of about $298 to help offset high utility costs. The payments are distributed in two rounds, with early applicants receiving their payment in May or June and the rest in October. To qualify, residents must have lived in Alaska for the entire prior calendar year without claiming residency elsewhere and must meet other specific criteria, such as not having certain felony convictions and not being absent from the state for extended periods without allowable reasons.
Other states do provide relief programs or tax rebates, but none match Alaska’s PFD in terms of direct cash payment size or structure. For example, some states offer smaller one-time tax rebates or inflation relief payments: Minnesota provides a $250 to $500 rebate based on income, Colorado has a Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights refund of up to $850 (or $1,600 for married couples), and New York and California have issued smaller stimulus-type payments ranging from a few hundred dollars up to $725 in 2025. These state programs are individually funded and targeted, lacking the broad, recurring, large-scale dividend model Alaska has implemented for decades.
In short, Alaska’s $1,702 payment is a rare form of financial relief directly tied to state natural resource revenue sharing and is unmatched by any other state or federal program as of 2025.
How to Secure the Next PFD Payment
- Confirm your eligibility at pfd.alaska.gov.
- Update your mailing and banking information on the “myPFD” portal.
- Ensure your application status reads “Eligible – Unpaid” before the upcoming cutoff dates.
Key Takeaways
- Only Alaska is issuing a $1702 stimulus check in 2025.
- The next major payout is scheduled for August 21, 2025.
- No new federal stimulus checks are planned or approved.
Have you received the PFD before or are you a first-time applicant? Share your experience below or let us know how this payment impacts you—and stay tuned for further real-time updates on Alaska’s unique stimulus program.