Overview: When starting a business in Alaska with employees, you’ll need to register for Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax through the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Unlike most states, Alaska does not have a state income tax, so UI is the primary tax obligation for new employers.
Important! This guide does not constitute legal or tax advice. You can consult a CPA or attorney for official guidance.
Taxes You Must Register For:
Additional Resources:
Alaska Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax
Tax Agency: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development (AKDOL)
Tax Type: Unemployment Insurance (UI)
Registration Steps
Visit: https://my.alaska.gov
Click “Register for a myAlaska Account”
Create a username, password, and set security questions
Know your NAICS code in advance
Click “Start Registration”
Complete the business registration process
Your account number will arrive in 10 business days. Update Buddy Punch with your AKDOL account number once you receive it.
Need help?
UI Tax Division: (907) 465-2757
Email: esd.tax@alaska.gov
myAlaska support: (866) 377-0126
Employer handbook: https://labor.alaska.gov/estax/documents/taxbook.pdf
Power of Attorney (POA)
Important! This notarized form is required if Buddy Punch will file on your behalf. We cannot file or pay without this notarized form.
Steps:
Download the POA Form: https://labor.alaska.gov/estax/forms/poa.pdf
Fill it out and have it notarized
Return the completed POA to Buddy Punch