$1,702 Checks Are Coming in June — Are You on the List?

Okay, so there’s been a lot of talk lately about some kind of $1,702 check coming in June 2025. If your first thought was, “Wait, is this another stimulus?” — you’re definitely not alone.

But here’s the truth: it’s not a federal stimulus check. It’s actually something Alaska does every year — the Permanent Fund Dividend, or PFD for short. If you live in Alaska, this might be the easiest $1,702 you’ll get all year (well, assuming you qualify).

Let’s talk about what it really is, who gets it, and when that money is actually showing up.

So, What Exactly Is This $1,702 Check?

Every year, Alaska sets aside some of its oil money and shares it with its residents. That’s the Permanent Fund Dividend. Think of it as a little “thank you” for living in the state and sticking around.

For 2025, the payout is $1,702. Yep, that means if you’re part of a family of four, you could be getting nearly $7,000 in total. Not too shabby, right?

When Will The Money Hit?

The big day to circle on your calendar is June 18, 2025 — that’s when the next batch of payments is scheduled to go out. But there’s a catch: your application needs to show up as “Eligible – Not Paid” by June 11 to be part of that payment wave.

And if you applied for the 2025 PFD earlier this year and everything checks out? You’re likely to get paid around the same time, especially if you picked direct deposit. (Pro tip: direct deposit = faster money.)

Am I Eligible?

Alright, here’s the deal. You can’t just live anywhere and get this check — it’s only for Alaska residents. And there are a few hoops to jump through:

• You had to live in Alaska all of 2023

• You plan to stay in Alaska for the long run (no moving to sunny California just yet)

• You didn’t claim residency in any other state

• You weren’t in prison for a felony for most of the year

• You spent at least 72 hours in Alaska during 2023 or 2024

Oh — and you had to apply by March 31, 2025. If you missed that, sadly, you’ll have to wait for next year’s round.

How Do I Check If I’m Getting It?

Super easy — just go to pfd.alaska.gov, log into your account, and check your application status. If it says “Eligible – Not Paid”, then congrats — you should be getting your money on June 18.

If your application says “Still Processing” or “Under Review,” don’t panic — it just means it’s still being looked at. You might have to wait a little longer, but you’re not out of the running.

Quick Heads-Up: Yes, It’s Taxable

Alaska won’t tax your PFD, but the IRS definitely will. So that $1,702 does count as income when you file your federal taxes next year. It’s not the end of the world, just something to keep in mind when tax season rolls around.

So yeah — if you live in Alaska, got your PFD application in on time, and meet all the rules, you could be seeing $1,702 show up in your account as early as June 18.

For many people, that money goes straight to groceries, bills, catching up on rent, or just giving their budget some breathing room. And hey — in today’s world, every little bit helps.

If you haven’t checked your status yet, head to pfd.alaska.gov and take a peek. It only takes a minute, and at least you’ll know what to expect.

Need help understanding it or wondering if you qualify? I’m here if you need to talk it through.