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Alaska
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 or par value does not affect 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
- Annual Statements
- All corporations must file a biennial report. The cost of the report is
$100 for domestic corporations and $200 for foreign corporations. The report
must be filed by January 2nd of the filing year, and every two years
thereafter. It is delinquent if not filed before February 1st.
- Income Tax Rate
- Rates range from 1% to 9.4% of taxable income.
- 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.
For more information on taxes, visit:
http://www.revenue.state.ak.us/.
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