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Tribal Enrollment

Appointments for Tribal IDs

Contact Micah Becker, Enrollment Coordinator

Tribal ID cards are issued by appointment only on Thursdays between 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Please contact the Enrollment Office to schedule an appointment.

Office: (907) 424-7738
Email: enrollment@eyak-nsn.gov

How do I enroll myself or a family member in the Native Village of Eyak

Please see the Tribal Membership & Service Categories section of this page for directions and a document checklist. If you have any questions, please call or email.

Forms & Applications

Please review the information below to determine which form applies to you. Each section explains the purpose of the application and the documents you may need to submit. If you are unsure which form to complete, contact the Enrollment Office for assistance.

Understanding Your Eligibility

 

The sections below explain the different Tribal membership and service categories, including who may qualify and what each status means. The Enrollment Committee will review applications for Active, Inactive, and Honorary status, and the Tribal Council will approve them. After reviewing the information, visit the Forms and Applications section to find the appropriate application.

Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

Tribal Membership & Service Categories

Enrolling a New Baby or Child

Families wishing to enroll a newborn or child should:

  1. Submit a completed Tribal Member Enrollment Application and Tribal Member Ancestry Form.
  2. Include a copy of the child’s birth certificate.
  3. Attach a copy of the parent’s Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB), if applicable.
  4. Include any additional documentation establishing the child’s lineal descent from an eligible Tribal ancestor.

A child who is eligible for enrollment through an enrolled parent may be identified as a Tribal Descendant until a complete enrollment application and all required documents have been submitted and approved. Descendant status does not constitute formal enrollment and may not provide the same rights, benefits, or program eligibility as Tribal membership.

Families are encouraged to complete the enrollment process soon after birth to avoid delays in accessing programs or services that are limited by age or enrollment status.

Tribal Members Under Age 19

Tribal Members under the age of 19 are not required to meet the residency requirement and do not need to petition for a residency exemption. Upon turning 19, the Tribal Member must meet the applicable residency requirements or request an exemption to maintain Active Tribal Member status.

Applying for a BIA Certificate of Degree of Indian or Alaska Native Blood

A Certificate of Degree of Indian or Alaska Native Blood, commonly called a CDIB or CIB, is issued by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. It documents an individual’s degree of Indian or Alaska Native blood based on their direct lineal ancestry.

To apply:

  1. Complete the current BIA CIB Application
  2. Provide information for your parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents, including maiden names, Tribal affiliations, enrollment numbers, and dates of birth or death, when known.
  3. Include a certified copy of your birth certificate.
  4. Include certified birth or death certificates for each generation needed to connect you to an enrolled member or an ancestor listed on an official Tribal roll.
  5. Include adoption, legal name-change, or other supporting records when applicable.
  6. Sign and date the application.
  7. Submit the completed application and supporting documents to the BIA agency that provides services to you.

For Alaska applicants, direct questions about where to submit an application to BIA Alaska Enrollment Services at 907-931-7525, Option 3, or akenrollment@bia.gov. The NVE Enrollment Office may also help applicants identify existing Tribal enrollment and ancestry records.

Incomplete applications will be returned, and the BIA will not begin processing the request until all required information is received. For adoption cases, eligibility must be established through the applicant’s biological ancestry. 

Active & Inactive Tribal Membership

Active Tribal Member

An Active Tribal Member meets the enrollment requirements and has resided within the traditional boundaries of the Native Village of Eyak for at least six months, or 182 days, with current proof of residency verification on file.

Active Tribal Members may:

  • Vote in Tribal elections
  • Participate in Tribal governance
  • Receive services for which they are eligible
  • Serve in Tribal leadership positions when all applicable requirements are met

Inactive Tribal Member

An Inactive Tribal Member is enrolled with NVE but does not currently meet the residency requirements for Active status.

Inactive Tribal Members:

  • Remain enrolled with the Tribe
  • Are not eligible to vote while classified as Inactive
  • May have limited access to residency-based services
  • May request Active status after meeting the residency requirements and submitting verification

Proof of Residency

Applicants requesting Active status must provide documentation showing at least six months of residency within NVE’s traditional boundaries.

Acceptable documentation may include:

  • Travel records
  • Pay stubs showing a local address
  • Utility bills, excluding cellular telephone bills
  • Mortgage or landlord statements
  • Local tax records
  • Post office box renewal records
  • Alaska driver’s license or identification card
  • Permanent Fund Dividend records
  • Other documents approved by the Enrollment Office

The Enrollment Office may request additional documentation when residency cannot be clearly established.

Residency Exemptions

Native Village of Eyak Tribal Members may petition for an exemption from the residency requirement for reasons including, but not limited to:

  1. Active Military Service: Tribal Members serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces must provide verifiable proof of active service annually.
  2. Education: Tribal Members attending high school, vocational school, college, or another educational program must provide proof of current enrollment, such as a transcript or official letter from the educational institution.
  3. Medical Needs: Tribal Members residing outside the area for medical reasons must submit an NVE Medical Exemption Form or an official letter from a healthcare provider.
  4. Incarceration: Tribal Members who are incarcerated must provide verification of incarceration or an official letter from the correctional facility.
  5. Employment with an NVE-Owned Company: Tribal Members employed by a company owned by the Native Village of Eyak must provide proof of current employment, such as recent pay stubs or an official letter from the company’s Chief Executive Officer.

All exemption requests are subject to review and approval under NVE’s applicable enrollment laws and policies. Additional documentation may be requested.

Applying for Honorary Status

Honorary status recognizes individuals with a close family relationship or long-standing connection to the Native Village of Eyak.

An individual may be considered for Honorary status if they are:

  • Married to an enrolled NVE Tribal Member
  • The parent or legal guardian of an enrolled NVE Tribal child
  • Formally recognized by the Tribal Council for their longevity, service, or dedication to the Tribe

Applicants must submit a completed Honorary Application with documentation supporting their eligibility. Residency documentation may also be requested when applicable.

Honorary status does not constitute Tribal enrollment and does not provide voting rights or eligibility to hold elected Tribal office. Access to programs and services may vary based on program requirements, residency, available funding, and Tribal policy.

Applying for Tribal Beneficiary Status

Tribal Beneficiary status may be available to an individual who is not enrolled with NVE but meets the Tribe’s established beneficiary eligibility requirements. Tribal Beneficiaries are Alaska Native or American Indian (AN/AI) descent who belong to the community of the Native Village of Eyak.

Applicants must submit a completed Tribal Beneficiary Application and supporting documentation establishing their identity, ancestry, family relationship, residency, or other applicable eligibility factors.

Approval as a Tribal Beneficiary does not constitute enrollment with NVE and does not provide Tribal voting rights or eligibility to hold elected Tribal office. However, they are eligible for direct care services at Ilanka Community Health Clinic, as well as PRC services, under NVE’s IHS Funding Agreement.

Tribal Beneficiaries can be:

  • AN/AI of a federally recognized Tribe who belongs to NVE’s community (live within the Traditional Boundaries) with evidence such as proof of residency or close social or economic ties to the community/Tribe.
  • A non-AN/AI woman pregnant with an Eligible AN/AI’s child, but only during her pregnancy through postpartum (usually about six weeks after delivery). Additional documentation is required.
  • A child under 19 years old, whether AN/AI or not, who is the natural or adopted child, legally adopted stepchild, foster child, legal ward, or orphan of an eligible AN/AI and is not otherwise independently eligible for health services. Additional documentation is required.

Applying for Non-Member Status

Non-Member status may apply to an American Indian or Alaska Native (AN/AI) individual who is not enrolled with NVE and does not qualify as an NVE Tribal Beneficiary.

Applicants must submit a completed Non-Member Application and documentation verifying their identity and American Indian or Alaska Native status. Additional documents may be required depending on the services requested.

Non-Member status does not constitute enrollment with NVE and does not provide Tribal voting rights or eligibility to hold elected Tribal office. Eligibility for services is limited to direct care services at Ilanka Community Health Clinic.