Alaska LLC Business License
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Alaska LLC Business License
Learn about Alaska LLC business license. Find information on permits, registrations, and how to ensure your Alaska LLC is compliant
Every LLC in Alaska is required to secure a Business License before engaging in any business activities. You can acquire your Business License either online or via mail. We suggest the online method as it is quicker and more convenient.
The cost and approval times for an Alaska Business License
Online applications have a $50 fee with immediate approval, while mail applications also have a $50 fee but take 10-15 days for approval.
For more details about LLC costs in Alaska, the guide on How much is an LLC in Alaska covers all related fees for setting up an Alaska Limited Liability Company.
Need assistance? If you prefer not to handle phone calls and licensing requirements on your own, we recommend using IncFile for support.
How to Obtain an Alaska Business License Online
Get started: Visit the Alaska Division of Business Licensing: Online Business License Application.
- Enter the name of your Alaska LLC, including “LLC” or “L.L.C.” abbreviation.
- Choose your Primary Line of Business from the dropdown menu. If there isn’t an exact match, pick the closest option.
- Select your Primary NAICS Code from the dropdown. Again, if there’s no exact match, choose the nearest option.Optional: Choose your Secondary Line of Business and NAICS Code if you operate in multiple industries.
- Provide your mailing address, physical address (if different), and phone number.
- Under Ownership Type, choose “Corporation, LLC, LLP, LP, etc.”
- Enter your Entity Number and click “Validate.” Find your Entity Number by searching the Alaska Division of Corporations: Search Corporations Database. Need help?: If you can’t find your Entity Number, contact the Corporations Section at 907-465-2550.
- Enter your full name and then your title, such as “Member.”
- Select a one-year ($50) or two-year ($100) license. then Click “Proceed to Payment.”
- Enter your billing information and email address. Click “Continue” to complete your payment.
How to Obtain an Alaska Business License via Mail
Download the latest application form: New Business License Application (Form 08-4181)
Prepare an envelope with the following items:
- New Business License Application
- A check or money order for $50, payable to the “State of Alaska”
Mail it to:
Business Licensing Section
State Office Building
333 Willoughby Avenue, 9th Floor
PO Box 110806
Juneau, AK 99811-0806
You’ll find detailed instructions in the New Business License Application PDF.
For any inquiries, reach out to the Alaska Business Licensing Department at 907-465-2550.
How can you acquire a copy of your Business License?
To obtain a copy of your Business License online: Head over to the Alaska Division of Business Licensing’s Search Business Licenses page. Then:
- Search using your business name (or use the license number if available)
- Click on the license number next to your business name
- Select the “Print Business License” option
To get a copy of your Business License by mail: Complete a “Request for Duplicate Business License” and submit a $5 fee.
You can download the necessary form here: Business License: Certificate Copy Request (Form 08-4080)
When does an Alaska Business License expire?
If you obtain your Alaska Business License prior to October 1, it will expire on December 31 of the current year.
If you secure your Alaska Business License after October 1, it will expire on December 31 of the next year.
For instance, if your Business License was granted on July 15, 2025, it will expire on December 31, 2025.
Conversely, if your Business License was granted on November 15, 2025, it will expire on December 31, 2026.
Update Your Business License
Exemptions from Business License in Alaska
You are not required to obtain an Alaska Business License if your business is involved in any of the following activities:
- fisheries
- liquor sales
- insurance
- mining
- investment club
For more details:
Visit the Business Licensing Division: Business Licensing FAQs and search for the term “exemptions”.
Alaska Business Licenses contact details
For inquiries to the Division of Business Licensing, you can call their main line at 907-465-2550.
They recommend sending an email to: BusinessLicense@Alaska.gov
What additional licenses and permits do you need?
In addition to the main business license discussed earlier (for which the State of Alaska provides straightforward instructions), you might need to fulfill extra federal, state, and local government license or permit obligations.
Unfortunately, the guidance for these is less straightforward than for the primary business license because your specific requirements depend on your industry and the location of your business.
Types of Licenses Required in Alaska
Below are examples of licenses and permits you might need:
- Seller/Reseller Permit
- Building Permit
- Health Permit
- Signage Permit
- Home Occupation Permit
- Zoning and Land Use Permits
- Withholding Taxes (for businesses with employees)
Highly regulated industries face additional requirements.
Handle It Yourself in Alaska
Need Assistance? If you’re not keen on making phone calls to figure out licensing needs, consider hiring IncFile.
Here are some resources to help you determine your Alaska license and permit requirements on your own:
Alaska Small Business Assistance Center
Alaska Small Business Development Center
Local Borough Requirements
You’ll need to reach out to the borough where your LLC is situated to find out the specific requirements.
- Aleutians East Borough
- Anchorage
- Bristol Bay Borough
- Denali Borough
- Fairbanks North Star Borough
- Haines Borough
- Juneau
- Kenai Peninsula Borough
- Ketchikan Gateway Borough
- Kodiak Island Borough
- Lake and Peninsula Borough
- Matanuska-Susitna Borough
- North Slope Borough
- Northwest Arctic Borough
- Sitka
- Skagway
- Unorganized Borough
- Wrangell
- Yakutat City and Borough
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