Alaska LLC Name Search

Check if your business name is available in Alaska before you file, then see Alaska's LLC naming rules, fees and filing requirements

Alaska
Filing Fee
$250
Articles of Organization
Biennial Report
$100
Due before January 2 every two years (even years if you formed the LLC in an even year, odd years if odd)
Name Reservation
$25
Holds a name for 120 days

How Much Does an LLC Cost in Alaska?

Filing your Articles of Organization in Alaska costs $250. After that, the biennial report costs $100 every two years and is due before January 2 every two years (even years if you formed the LLC in an even year, odd years if odd). Alaska also requires a state business license, which costs $50 a year.

  • Articles of Organization

    When you file to form the LLC. Source →

    $250

  • Biennial Report

    Due before January 2 every two years (even years if you formed the LLC in an even year, odd years if odd). A free initial report is also due within six months of forming the LLC. Source →

    $100

  • Alaska business license

    Required before you start doing business in Alaska. Source →

    $50 a year, or $100 for two years

  • Name reservationOptional

    Holds a name for 120 days. Source →

    $25

  • Business name registrationOptional

    Only if you do business under a name other than the LLC’s legal name. Source →

    $25

Checked against official Alaska sources on October 23, 2026. Fees change, so confirm with the state before you file.

LLC Requirements in Alaska

Formation Requirements

Basic Requirements

  • Operating Agreement (recommended)
  • Federal Tax ID (EIN)
  • Business Licenses (if applicable)

Registered Agent

Alaska requires all LLCs to maintain a registered agent in the state.

Processing Time

Paper filings can take up to three weeks, and longer between October and February. You can also file online.

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Contact the Alaska Business Filing Office

Search LLC Name isn’t a government website. For an official answer about a name or a filing, contact the state office directly.

Contact Details

Fax

907-465-2974

Address Information

Mailing Address

PO Box 110806, Juneau, AK 99811-0808

Physical Address

333 W. Willoughby Ave, 9th Floor, Juneau, AK 99811-0806

Official Alaska Resources

Alaska LLC Name Search FAQ

Enter the name in the search at the top of this page to open Alaska’s official business entity search. Search close variations too: Alaska law requires a new LLC name to be distinguishable on the records of the Department of Commerce (Alaska Stat. § 10.50.025). A clear search is a good sign, but the state makes the final call when it reviews your filing.

It must include “Limited Liability Company” or an abbreviation such as “LLC” or “L.L.C.”. Alaska law requires a new LLC name to be distinguishable on the records of the Department of Commerce (Alaska Stat. § 10.50.025). Words like Bank, Insurance or Trust usually need approval from another agency.

A Alaska name reservation costs $25 and holds the name for 120 days. You can renew it for $25.

Filing your Articles of Organization in Alaska costs $250. After that, the biennial report costs $100 every two years and is due before January 2 every two years (even years if you formed the LLC in an even year, odd years if odd). Alaska also requires a state business license, which costs $50 a year.

Paper filings can take up to three weeks, and longer between October and February. You can also file online.

Yes, Alaska requires every LLC to keep a registered agent in the state who can receive legal documents for the business.

Alaska requires a biennial report ($100), due before January 2 every two years (even years if you formed the LLC in an even year, odd years if odd). Alaska business license: $50 a year, or $100 for two years. Required before you start doing business in Alaska. You also need to keep a registered agent in the state.

Registering a business name with the Division of Corporations is optional and costs $25. It lasts through the end of the fifth calendar year.

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