Washington Business Licenses

General Washington Guides & Resources

These guides provide detailed, step-by-step instructions for starting a business or nonprofit, registering with state authorities, and establishing a compliant organization.

Business Resources:

Nonprofit Resources:

---

Washington Business Licenses for Regulated Industries

Our licensing guides provide a wealth of information including requirements, filing instructions, fees, timelines to licensure, and more for a range of industries and activities.

---

Washington Corporate Filings

These web pages provide detailed information on state filings required to form an entity, register a name, gain authority to operate, maintain good standing, and more.

---

Washington Tax Filings

Find the information you need to register for state taxes or seek tax exemptions.

• Washington Employer (Payroll & Withholding Tax) Registration Service
• Washington Sales & Use Tax Registration Service
• Washington Sales Tax Exemption
• Washington Tax Clearance Certificate
• Washington Tax Exemption

---

Washington State Licensing Agencies

Below is a listing of the state-level licensing agencies within Washington that a business should check for business license requirements.

---

Washington Local Business Licences

Below is a listing of the local jurisdictions within Washington that a business should check for local business license requirements.

County / Parish

City / Borough / Municipality / Neighborhood