Alaska

Last Updated June 17, 2026.

Alaska does not impose a state income tax, but employers may still have unemployment insurance and labor law requirements. Use the resources below to access state agencies, employer registration information, and payroll compliance guidance for Alaska businesses.

State Tax Guidelines

No State Withholding 

Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development – Unemployment Tax

Agency Information

Add to existing company setup

Submit a request to your service team to add AKSUI (unemployment) to your company setup. Please include the below with your request:

  • Unemployment – Tax rate and Account number.  This can be found on a Contribution Rate Notice or the Quarterly Contribution Report .  If you’re unsure of your tax rate or account number, you can call the agency at 907-465-2757.
  • Power of Attorney- POA is required, please obtain the prefilled form from your client service representative.

Register a new company

New employers should complete the employer registration process at https://my.alaska.gov/NewAccount.aspx.  New employers will receive an unemployment tax rate and account number after you have registered with the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development. A confirmation of the number will be sent in 5-7 days through an email, followed by a letter in the mail.

Power of Attorney

POA is required, please obtain the prefilled form from your client service representative.

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