Alaska Corporations and Registered Agent

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions For Alaska

Alaska Corporations

Corporate Name Endings
Corporation Requirements
Taxes and Fees
License Requirements

Corporate Name Endings

The name must contain the word "Corporation," "Company,"
"Incorporated," "Limited," or an abbreviation thereof. The name must
not contain words implying a different purpose from those purposes in
the articles of incorporation. Corporate names must not contain the
word "City," "Borough" or "Village." The name must not be the same as
or deceptively similar to a name already in use, or a registered or
reserved name.

Corporation Requirements

Director Information

Minimum Number - One or more.
Residence Requirements - No provision.
Age Requirements - Directors must be a natural person at least 19
years of age.
Directors are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.

Officer Information

Officers are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.

Stock Information

An increase in shares does not cause an increase in initial filing fees.

Corporate Records

A list of shareholders, books and records of account, and the minutes
of shareholders' and directors' meetings must be kept at the registered
office or principal place of business.

Taxes and Fees

Initial & Annual Statements

The filing tax for domestic entities is $100.00 if filed on or before
February 1st. If filed after February 1st the tax and fee is $137.50.
The Alaska Department of Commerce requires that Alaska
Corporations, Non Profit Corporations, and LLCs file Biennial Reports.
The due date for the Biennial Report is January 1st of the second year.

Taxes

For more information on taxes, visit http://www.revenue.state.ak.us/

S Corporation

S Corporation status is recognized by the State of Alaska. Further,
Alaska does not have a personal income tax; thus, shareholders will
not be taxed on corporate earnings. A separate state election from the
federal election is not required.

License Requirements

Alaska requires most businesses to obtain a license and pay a fee if
operating in the state. Please check with the state to make sure your
business is complying with the license requirements for your particular
profession. Business licenses typically cost $50 and must be filed
every two years.

ALASKA ANNUAL REPORT FILING FEES AND DUE DATES
Corporations $100.00 if filed before February 1st $137.00 if filed after

Limited Liability Company $100.00 if filed before February 1st $137.00 if filed
after

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