Alaska Foreign Corporation

Ready to register your foreign corporation in Alaska? You must submit a Certificate of Authority, pay the $350 filing fee, and choose an Alaska registered agent.

When you hire us to register your Alaska foreign corporation ($149 plus state fees), we’ll file the Certificate of Authority, provide a year of local registered agent service, and offer lifetime support for your business. Plus, you’ll get real-time biennial report reminders and access to our full library of business resources.

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How do I register my foreign corporation in Alaska?

The easiest way to register a foreign corporation in Alaska is to hire us. For just $149 plus state fees, you’ll get professional filing, a year of local registered agent service, real-time biennial report reminders, access to our library of business resources, and lifetime support from our team of experts.

But if you’d rather go the DIY route, follow the steps outlined below. Remember that you can still file yourself and hire us for Alaska registered agent service ($49 a year).

1. Make sure your corporation’s name is available.

Before registering your foreign corporation in Alaska, you must ensure your business’s name is available. You can do a quick business name search to see if your name is free. If another Alaska business already uses your name, you must establish an Alternate (or DBA) Name.

2. Appoint an Alaska registered agent.

Alaska requires foreign corporations to have and maintain a registered agent. Your registered agent must:

Have a physical address in Alaska
Be an Alaska resident or company authorized to provide registered agent service.
Be available during regular business hours to accept service of process.

Legally, the state allows you to act as your own registered agent. However, acting as your own registered agent can put your privacy at risk. Why? Unfortunately, most of what gets filed with the Alaska Division of Corporations becomes public record. So anyone, including scammers, can find your information online. That’s why, when you hire us, we list our Alaska business address instead of your personal information. Running a successful corporation should never mean sacrificing your privacy.

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3. File a Certificate of Authority.

To conduct business in Alaska as a foreign corporation, you must submit a Certificate of Authority with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. The filing fee is $350. Here’s a list of information you’ll need to include:

The legal name of your corporation and (if applicable) Assumed Name.
The state where you initially incorporated.
Date you initially incorporated.
Duration. If your corporation will close on a specific date, you must indicate that here. Otherwise, check “Perpetual.”
Business purpose and NAICS code. You can find your NAICS code on the NAICS Association website.
Name and physical address of your Alaska registered agent.
Principal business address.
Alien affiliate. If a non-US resident is (in any way) affiliated with your corporation, you must list their name and mailing address here. Otherwise, write “None.” Hint: most corporations will write “none.”
Number of authorized shares.
Number, class, and series of all issued shares.
Shareholder information. List the names and mailing addresses of each person who owns 5% or more shares. You must also indicate the percentage owned by each shareholder.
Officer and Director information. List the names and mailing addresses of each officer and director.
Name and signature of the person filing your certificate.

The Certificate of Authority can be filed online or by mail. The filing fee is $350.

Online:
Alaska online filing

Mail:
State of Alaska, Corporations Section
PO Box 110806
Juneau, AK 99811-080

Online filings will be processed immediately. Processing times for paper forms will depend on when you submit your application.

Between March and September: 10-15 business days
Between October and February: 3+ weeks, expect delays

We make registering your foreign corporation in Alaska simple

Registering a foreign corporation in Alaska can be frustrating, especially when you add in all the paperwork, filing fees, and fine print. That’s why our team of local professionals set out to simplify the process. For just $149 plus state fees, we’ll file your certificate, provide a year of registered agent service, and give you lifetime client support. You’ll also get real-time biennial report reminders and access to our complete library of business resources.

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Alaska Foreign Corporation FAQs

Do I need to file an Alaska Biennial Report?

All foreign corporations must file a Biennial (every two years) Report. Your due date will depend on when you register your foreign corporation. If you file your certificate in an even-numbered year, your report will be due by January 2 on even-numbered years. If you file in an odd-numbered year, your report will be due by January 2 on odd-numbered years. The filing fee is $200.

How are Alaska foreign corporations taxed?

Foreign corporations in Alaska that maintain their default tax status are taxed as C-Corps. This means the corporation must file taxes at the state and federal levels before passing profits onto shareholders. Thankfully, Alaska does not have a state income tax. However, the state does assess a corporate income tax based on your business’s annual revenue. For example, if your corporation earns less than $25,000, you won’t pay a tax. However, if you earn between $25,000 and $49,000, you’ll pay 2% of your business’s taxable income over $25,000. For more information, check out the Alaska Department of Revenue website.

Do I need an Alaska business license?

Probably. Most Alaska businesses will need a basic business license. You’ll also need separate licenses for any Alternate Names you establish. Check out the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing website for more information.