Short answer: Must be distinguishable and include standard LLC designators.
We've pulled these figures from the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL)'s own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
Alaska naming rules
Must be distinguishable and include standard LLC designators.
Open the official Alaska name search
Reserving a name
Alaska lets you reserve a name for $25, which holds it for 120 days.
Doing business under another name
Alaska DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $25.
How Alaska compares
Alaska's name reservation fee is $25. That's the 18th highest of 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, right where Alaska sits.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Washington | $30 | 13 of 50 |
| Idaho | $20 | 33 of 50 |
| Oregon | $100 | 1 of 50 |
| Montana | $10 | 41 of 50 |
| Nevada | $25 | 18 of 50 |
Alaska fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization (Form 08-0484) | $250 | Flat fee applicable to both online and paper filings. |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 120 days |
| Amendment | $25 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 | state |
Name search and rules: Alaska questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Alaska?
Use the official Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) business search. A name that's distinguishable from existing records can usually be registered.
What words must an Alaska LLC name include?
Must be distinguishable and include standard LLC designators.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Alaska?
Yes. Reservation costs $25 and holds the name for 120 days.
Do I need a DBA in Alaska?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $25.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.
Still being confirmed with the state: dissolution.fee.