Alaska Foreign Qualification

May 8, 2025

Foreign qualification with the Secretary of State in Alaska is the process by which a business that is registered in another state seeks permission to operate in Alaska. This allows the business to legally conduct business in Alaska and ensures compliance with state regulations.

There are 4 different ways to foreign qualify in Alaska depending on your legal entity type and tax classification. Follow the guide below to help you register with the Secretary of State in Alaska or use Mosey to do it.

Use Mosey to register with the Secretary of State in Alaska.

Alaska Foreign Registration for LLP

Foreign limited liability partnerships "doing business" in Alaska must register with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing by filing a Statement of Foreign Qualification (Form 08-532). Alaska Corporation Statutes does not define "transacting business," but provide a list of activities not constituting transacting business in the state.

  1. Establish a Registered Agent

    The registered agent of the business must be an individual who is a resident of Alaska or a corporation (excluding LLC, LP, LLP) registered with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. A corporation may not act as its own registered agent.

  2. Complete Statement of Foreign Qualification

    Complete the Foreign Limited Liability Partnership Statement of Foreign Qualification (Form 08-532).

  3. File Statement of Foreign Qualification

    File your completed Foreign Limited Liability Partnership Statement of Foreign Qualification (Form 08-532) and pay the filing fees with the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development by mail.

Alaska Foreign Registration for Corporation

Foreign nonprofit corporations "doing business" in Alaska must register with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing by filing a Certificate of Authority (Form AS 10.20.485). Alaska Corporation Statutes do not define "transact business," but provide a list of activities not constituting transacting business in the state.

  1. Establish a Registered Agent

    The registered agent of the corporation must be an individual who is a resident of Alaska or a corporation registered with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. A corporation may not act as its own registered agent.

  2. File Your Certificate of Authority Online

    Complete the Nonprofit Certificate of Authority online at the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development website.

Alaska Foreign Registration for LLC

Foreign limited liability companies "doing business" in Alaska must register with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing by filing a Certificate of Registration (Form 08-497). Alaska Corporation Statutes does not define "transacting business," but provide a list of activities not constituting transacting business in the state.

  1. Establish a Registered Agent

    The registered agent of the corporation must be an individual who is a resident of Alaska or a corporation (excluding LLC, LP, LLP) registered with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. A corporation may not act as its own registered agent.

  2. File Your Certificate of Registration Online

    Complete the Certificate of Registration online at the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development website.

Alaska Foreign Registration for Corporation

Foreign corporations "doing business" in Alaska must register with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing by filing a Certificate of Authority (Form 08-414). Alaska Corporation Statutes do not define "transact business," but provide a list of activities not constituting transacting business in the state.

  1. Establish a Registered Agent

    The registered agent of the corporation must be an individual who is a resident of Alaska or a corporation (excluding LLC, LP, LLP) registered with the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. A corporation may not act as its own registered agent.

  2. File Your Certificate of Authority Online

    Complete the Certificate of Authority online at the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development website.

What else do I need to know?

Once you are registered with the Secretary of State, you may have additional requirements to maintain your "good standing" in the state. Failing to do so can result in fines, back taxes, and forfeiting certain priveleges within the state.

Maintaining a Registered Agent

Most states require that you have a registered agent that can receive important mail from the Secretary of State should they need to contact you. There are many commercial options available or you can use Mosey to be your registered agent and keep your information private in Alaska.

Annual Reports and Taxes

In addition to maintaining a registered agent, most states require you to file a report annually. Registration can also trigger state taxes such as a franchise tax or income tax. You can use Mosey to identify these additional requirements to maintain good standing in Alaska.

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