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How to Shut Down a Business in Alaska

Complete guide to dissolving your business entity with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.

Quick Answer

To dissolve a business in Alaska, file Articles of Dissolution (LLC) with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. The LLC filing fee is $25 and corporation fee is $25. Alaska does not require tax clearance before filing. Standard processing takes 10-15 business days.

Quick Facts

Filing Agency Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
Website https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/corporations
LLC Dissolution Fee $25
Corporation Dissolution Fee $25
Tax Clearance Required No
Processing Time 10-15 business days
Online Filing No
Phone (907) 465-2550

LLC Dissolution in Alaska

Form
Articles of Dissolution (LLC)
Fee
$25
Online
No
Processing
10-15 business days
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Steps to Dissolve an LLC

  1. 1 Vote to dissolve per operating agreement or majority of members
  2. 2 Ensure all biennial reports are current and entity is in good standing
  3. 3 Wind up business affairs and settle debts
  4. 4 Complete Articles of Dissolution form (08-490)
  5. 5 Mail form with $25 filing fee to Division of Corporations
  6. 6 File final state tax returns with Alaska Department of Revenue

Corporation Dissolution in Alaska

Form
Articles of Dissolution (Corporation)
Fee
$25
Online
No
Processing
10-15 business days
Download Form →

Steps to Dissolve a Corporation

  1. 1 Board of directors adopts resolution recommending dissolution
  2. 2 Shareholders approve dissolution by majority vote
  3. 3 File Certificate of Election to Dissolve ($10 fee)
  4. 4 Wind up business affairs, notify creditors, and settle debts
  5. 5 File Articles of Dissolution (08-407) with $15 filing fee
  6. 6 File final state tax returns with Alaska Department of Revenue

Tax Requirements

Tax Clearance Required
No
Final Return Required
Yes

Tax Agency: Alaska Department of Revenue

https://www.tax.alaska.gov

Phone: (907) 465-2320

Alaska has no state income tax or sales tax. File final corporate income tax return if applicable. Close all state tax accounts.

Additional Requirements

Publication Required: No
Creditor Notification: Must notify known creditors in writing
Employee Notification: Follow federal WARN Act if 100+ employees
Board/Member Approval: Majority vote of members (LLC) or shareholders (Corp) required
Winding Up Period: Reasonable time to wind up affairs
Registered Agent: Registered agent must be maintained until dissolution is complete

Contact Information

Agency: Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing

Address: P.O. Box 110806, Juneau, AK 99811-0806

Phone: (907) 465-2550

Website: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/corporations

Online Portal: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/corporations/corpformsfees.aspx

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This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Information is sourced from official state websites and was last verified in 2026. Always confirm current requirements directly with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. Consult an attorney for advice specific to your situation.