Alaska DBA / Fictitious Name / Trade Name Registrations
Business entities that plan to use a name other than their legal business name may need to register an assumed name. Assumed name registration can take place at the state, local, or state and local levels of government. State specific registration information is available below.
Alaska Fictitious Name Registrations
Alaska Business Name Registration
Initial Registration
Name Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
| Turnaround: | Immediate for online or 10-15 days by mail. |
| Is registration mandatory?: | Filing a name registration is optional. |
| County Level Filing: | Not required at the county level. |
| Does registration prevent others from using the name I choose?: | Exclusive rights within Alaska for 5 years. No other business will be able to register the same name in Alaska due to the "distinguishable" name requirement. |
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Registration Renewal
Name Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail only. |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
| Turnaround: | Immediate for online or 10-15 days by mail. |
| Due: | By December 31 of the fifth year of registration. The year in which the registration becomes effective is considered a full year. |
