Washington Business License

Form:	Business License Application
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees vary. There is a $50 fee for opening a new business and a $5 for registering a trade name, adding additional endorsements to an existing location, or making similar changes to an existing license. See the full fee schedule for more information. Online payments incur a $1.79 processing fee.

Renewal Not Required

Not required

General business licenses do not need to be renewed.

Reinstatement

Form:	Business License Application
Filing Method:	Mail or online
Agency Fee:	$50 fee to reopen business/UBI number + $1.79 online processing fee

Local General Business Licenses

Aberdeen, WA (City)

City of Aberdeen Business License

Agency:	City of Aberdeen - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Airway Heights, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Aberdeen Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Renewal Not Required

Not required

The license will remain in perpetuity as long as business taxes are kept paid and current.

City of Airway Heights Business License

Agency:	City of Airway Heights - City Hall/Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary by number of employees
Notes:	Airway Heights Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary by number of employees $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Airway Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Albion, WA (Town)

Albion Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Algona, WA (City)

City of Algona Business License

Agency:	City of Algona - Administration Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Algona Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Algona Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Anacortes, WA (City)

City of Anacortes Business License

Agency:	City of Anacortes - Finance Department - Business Licensing Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40 city endorsement fee $0 for businesses that are registered with the Secretary of State as nonprofit corporations
Notes:	Anacortes Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40 renewal fee + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses that are registered with the Secretary of State as nonprofit corporations
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Anacortes Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Arlington, WA (City)

City of Arlington Business License

Agency:	City of Arlington - Community & Economic Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Addenda
Instructions:	Business license applications are submitted online through the Washington Department of Revenue. Additionally, new businesses must email a business license addenda to the city.
Filing Method:	Online and email
Agency Fee:	$60 $0 for businesses that submit a copy of their IRS 501(c) certification with their application
Notes:	Arlington Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60 renewal fee + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses that submit a copy of their IRS 501(c) certification with their application
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Arlington Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Asotin, WA (City)

Asotin Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50
Due:	Annually

Auburn, WA (City)

City of Auburn Business License

Agency:	City of Auburn - Community Development Department - Permits, Licenses, & Inspections (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on the business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Auburn Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Bainbridge Island, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Auburn Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Bainbridge Island Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Businesses with $3,000 or less in reported gross annual income are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$71

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$71
Due:	Annually

Battle Ground, WA (City)

City of Battle Ground Business License

Agency:	City of Battle Ground - Community Development (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$65

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$41 + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for nonresident businesses making less than $2,000 in gross annual income
Due:	Annually by the last day of the month of initial registration

Bellevue, WA (City)

Bellevue Business License

Agency:

City of Bellevue Bellevue Tax Division (WA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$100 license fee + $5 minimum processing fee

Renewal Not Required

Not required

Licenses do not expire and do not need to be renewed.

Bellingham, WA (City)

City of Bellingham Business License

Agency:	City of Bellingham - Finance Department - Business License & Tax (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40
Notes:	Bellingham Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Renewal Not Required

Not required

The license will remain in perpetuity as long as business taxes are kept paid and current.

Benton City, WA (City)

Benton City Business License

Agency:	Benton City - City Hall (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$55
Notes:	Benton City Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30 + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Benton City Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Bingen, WA (City)

Bingen Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on number of employees:

$50 for 3 or fewer employees
$75 for 4-8 employees
$100 for 9-13 employees
$200 for 14-19 employees
$325 for 20 or more employees

There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on number of employees:

$50 for 3 or fewer employees
$75 for 4-8 employees
$100 for 9-13 employees
$200 for 14-19 employees
$325 for 20 or more employees

There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Due:

Annually

Black Diamond, WA (City)

City of Black Diamond Business License

Agency:	City of Black Diamond - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$70 $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Black Diamond Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$70 + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Black Diamond Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Blaine, WA (City)

City of Blaine Business License

Agency:	City of Blaine - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Blaine Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate $25 + $5 renewal processing fee (home occupation business licenses only)
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Blaine Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Bonney Lake, WA (City)

City of Bonney Lake Business License

Agency:	City of Bonney Lake - Public Services Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60 $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Bonney Lake Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60 + $5 renewal fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Bonney Lake Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Bothell, WA (City)

City of Bothell General Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Depends on the number of employees:

$83 for businesses with 1-2 employees
$356 for businesses with 3-10 employees
$986 for businesses with 11-25 employees
$2,081 for businesses with 26-50 employees
$3,450 for businesses with 51-75 employees
$4,818 for businesses with 76-100 employees
$4,818 + $55 for each additional employee beyond 100 for businesses with more than 100 employees

Businesses with reported gross annual income of $12,000 or less do not have a license fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Depends on the number of employees: $83 for businesses with 1-2 employees $356 for businesses with 3-10 employees $986 for businesses with 11-25 employees $2,081 for businesses with 26-50 employees $3,450 for businesses with 51-75 employees $4,818 for businesses with 76-100 employees $4,818 + $55 for each additional employee beyond 100 for businesses with more than 100 employees Businesses with reported gross annual income of $12,000 or less do not have a license fee.
Due:	Annually
Required Attachments:	# of employees prior year gross annual income

Bremerton, WA (City)

City of Bremerton Business License

Agency:	City of Bremerton - Tax & License Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75
Notes:	Bremerton Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Bremerton Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Brewster, WA (City)

Brewster Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on number of employees:

$97 for 3 or fewer employees
$194 for 4-7 employees
$388 for 8-20 employees
$574 for 21-39 employees
$618 for 40 or more employees

There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on number of employees:

$97 for 3 or fewer employees
$194 for 4-7 employees
$388 for 8-20 employees
$574 for 21-39 employees
$618 for 40 or more employees

There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Due:

Annually

Bridgeport, WA (City)

Bridgeport Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

Brier, WA (City)

Brier Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Depends on business type:

$250 for most businesses
$150 for home-based businesses
$100 for non-resident businesses (located outside city limits) with more than $4,000 in gross annual income earned within this city’s limits
$0 for non-resident businesses with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within this city’s limits

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

Depends on business type:

$150 for most businesses
$100 for home-based businesses and non-resident businesses (located outside city limits) with more than $4,000 in gross annual income earned within this city’s limits
$0 for non-resident businesses with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within this city’s limits

Due:

Annually

Buckley, WA (City)

City of Buckley Business License

Agency:	City of Buckley - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$85
Notes:	Buckley Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$85 + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Buckley Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Bucoda, WA (Town)

Bucoda Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$35 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits, businesses with less than $2,000 gross annual income earned within the town's limits, and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits, businesses with less than $2,000 gross annual income earned within the town's limits, and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town's limits.
Due:	Annually

Burien, WA (City)

City of Burien Business License

Agency:	City of Burien (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fee determiend by employee count. 0-39 = $180 fee 40 or more = $350 fee If your business is physically located outside City limits, but conducts business within City limits, your license fee is determined by gross annual income earned within this City’s limits $0-$2,000 = $0 fee Above $2,000 = $180 fee
Notes:	The City of Burien requires a license for all businesses, including Airbnb and bed and breakfasts, located within city limits or conducting business within city limits. If you are not sure if you will do business within the city limits, contact the city at (206) 241-4647 directly before you apply. If you will have more than one business located on a single property, you must complete a separate application for each business. License fee is determined by number of employees who work within the city limits of Burien. Employee definition: any individual, whether employed full-time or part-time, located within the city, either permanently or temporarily, on the payroll of the business at the time of application for the business license.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fee determiend by employee count. 0-39 = $180 fee 40 or more = $350 fee If your business is physically located outside City limits, but conducts business within City limits, your license fee is determined by gross annual income earned within this City’s limits $0-$2,000 = $0 fee Above $2,000 = $180 fee
Due:	Annually by date of issuance

Burlington, WA (City)

City of Burlington Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Depends on reported gross annual income:

$50 for less than $20,000 in gross annual income
$75 for at least $20,000 and less than $100,000 in gross annual income
$100 for $100,000 or more in gross annual income

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

Depends on reported gross annual income:

$50 for less than $20,000 in gross annual income
$75 for at least $20,000 and less than $100,000 in gross annual income
$100 for $100,000 or more in gross annual income

Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

Camano Island, WA (City)

Camano Island Business License

Not required

General Business License licensure is not required on the City level in Camano Island.

Camano Island Business Licenseis an unincorporated census designated place with no formal government. No business license requirement exists.

Camas, WA (City)

City of Camas Business License

Agency:	City of Camas - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10
Notes:	Camas Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10 + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Camas Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Carbonado, WA (City)

Carbonado Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Carnation, WA (City)

City of Carnation Business License

Agency:	City of Carnation - Administrative Services Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 $0 for businesses that are registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Carnation Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Carnation Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Cashmere, WA (City)

Cashmere Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Castle Rock, WA (City)

City of Castle Rock Business License

Agency:	City of Castle Rock - Clerk-Treasurer/Finance (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Castle Rock Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Castle Rock Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Cathlamet, WA (City)

Cathlamet Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$75 for nonresident businesses. Fees depend on gross annual income for resident businesses:

$0 for less than $2,000 in gross annual income
$25 for at least $2,000 but not more than $3,000 in gross annual income
$50 for at least $3,000 but not more than $10,000 in gross annual income
$75 for more than $10,000 in gross annual income

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

$75 for nonresident businesses. Fees depend on gross annual income for resident businesses:

$0 for less than $2,000 in gross annual income
$25 for at least $2,000 but not more than $3,000 in gross annual income
$50 for at least $3,000 but not more than $10,000 in gross annual income
$75 for more than $10,000 in gross annual income

Due:

Annually

Centralia, WA (City)

Centralia Business License

Agency:	Centralia City Clerk's Office (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50
Due:	Annually

Chehalis, WA (City)

City of Chehalis Business License

Agency:	City of Chehalis Planning & Building Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Instructions:	The City of Chehalis has partnered with the Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR) for Business Licensing services. DOR will process the City of Chehalis business licenses and renewals from now on. If you start a new business in Chehalis, you must apply to the DOR.
Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$20
Due:	Annually by date of issuance.

Chelan, WA (City)

City of Chelan Business License

Agency:	City of Chelan - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and number of employees
Notes:	Chelan Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Chelan Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue
Required Attachments:	Fees vary based on business location and number of employees $5 renewal processing fee

Cheney, WA (City)

City of Cheney Business License

Agency:	City of Cheney - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income
Notes:	Cheney Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Cheney Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Chewelah, WA (City)

Chewelah Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Clarkston, WA (City)

Clarkston Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$90 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Cle Elum, WA (City)

Cle Elum Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Clyde Hill, WA (City)

Clyde Hill Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for most entities. Non-resident businesses with $2,000 or less in reported gross annual income are exempt from paying a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most entities. Non-resident businesses with $2,000 or less in reported gross annual income are exempt from paying a fee.
Due:	Annually

College Place, WA (City)

College Place Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$45
Due:	Annually

Colville, WA (City)

Colville Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$10 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$5 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Concrete, WA (City)

City of Concrete Business License

Agency:	Town of Concrete - Administrative/Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location
Notes:	Concrete Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Concrete Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Connell, WA (City)

Connell Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Cosmopolis, WA (City)

Cosmopolis Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for businesses with less than $2,000 gross annual income earned within the town's limits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town's limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for businesses with less than $2,000 gross annual income earned within the town's limits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town's limits.
Due:	Annually

Coulee Dam, WA (City)

Coulee Dam Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$75

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Coupeville, WA (City)

Coupeville Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $5,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $5,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Covington, WA (City)

Covington Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$90
Turnaround:	Mail: 2 to 3 weeks. Online: 10 business days. If you have city or state endorsements, it may take an additional 2-3 weeks to receive your business license due to approval time.
Law:	(Ord. 07-18 § 2 (Exh. A))

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$60 City of Convington endorsement + $10 processing fee.
Due:	Annually by business anniversary. You will receive a renewal notice in the mail approximately six weeks before your endorsements expire.
Law:	(Ord. 07-18 § 2 (Exh. A))

Darrington, WA (City)

Darrington Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $5,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $5,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Deer Park, WA (City)

City of Deer Park Business License

Agency:	City of Deer Park - City Hall (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Deer Park Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Deer Park Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Des Moines, WA (City)

City of Des Moines Business License

Agency:	City of Des Moines Finance Department - Tax and License Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Exemption Eligible Organizations:	Exempt businesses: No physical location in the city limits of Des Moines No requirement for any other specialized permit or license Annual Des Moines revenue of less than $2,000
Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fee determined by business type. See fee schedule here.
Before you Apply:	All businesses are required to obtain a Washington State Tax Registration (UBI) number, before applying for the City of Des Moines’s business license.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fee determined by business type. See fee schedule here.
Due:	Annually by December 31.

DuPont, WA (City)

DuPont Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$75. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 for most businesses ($20 for home-based businesses). Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

Duvall, WA (City)

Duvall Business License

Agency:	City of Duvall City Clerk's Office (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$55

Registration Renewal

East Wenatchee, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$55
Due:	Annually

City of East Wenatchee Business License

Agency:	City of East Wenatchee - Clerk's Office (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City and County Addendum (PDF)
Filing Method:	Mail or Online
Agency Fee:	Fee varies entirely based on the total employee count.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Mail or Online
Agency Fee:	$5 state annual renewal processing fee + city endorsement fee (the total employee count).
Due:	Annually by last day of the month preceding month of registration.
Notes:	To file by mail: Call 360-705-6705 to have a paper copy of your renewal form, with the itemized fees for your accounts, mailed to the mailing address on file. We recommend mailing your item early, as postmarks may take a few days, or renew online for faster service. Courtesy reminders for renewals are sent one month before the expiration date. Regardless of whether this notice is received your renewal is due by the expiration date printed on the license. Penalty fees will be charged if not completed by the expiration date.

Eatonville, WA (City)

Town of Eatonville Business License

Agency:	Town of Eatonville - Business Licenses (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Eatonville Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Eatonville Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Edgewood, WA (City)

City of Edgewood Business License

Agency:	City of Edgewood - Community and Economic Development Department - Economic Development Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Edgewood Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Edgewood Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Edmonds, WA (City)

City of Edmonds Business License

Agency:	City of Edmonds - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Edmonds Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Edmonds Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Electric City, WA (City)

Electric City Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$60

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Ellensburg, WA (City)

City of Ellensburg Business License

Agency:	City of Ellensburg Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fee is determined based on the number of employees:

$30 for businesses with 1 through 5 employees
$65 for businesses with 6 through 12 employees
$120 for businesses with 13 through 25 employees
$150 for businesses with 26 through 50 employees
$200 for businesses with 51 or more employees

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

Fee is determined based on the number of employees:

$30 for businesses with 1 through 5 employees
$65 for businesses with 6 through 12 employees
$120 for businesses with 13 through 25 employees
$150 for businesses with 26 through 50 employees
$200 for businesses with 51 or more employees

Due:

Annually

Elma, WA (City)

Elma Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Elmer City, WA (Town)

Elmer City Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$35. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

Entiat, WA (City)

Entiat Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Resident businesses with less than $2,000 in gross annual income and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Enumclaw, WA (City)

City of Enumclaw Business License

Agency:	City of Enumclaw - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income
Notes:	Enumclaw Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Enumclaw Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Ephrata, WA (City)

City of Ephrata Business License

Agency:	City of Ephrata - Business Licenses (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Ephrata Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Ephrata Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Everett, WA (City)

City of Everett General Business License

Agency:

City of Everett City Clerk's Office (WA)

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application
Agency Fee:	$104.00 if starting business in Everett between January 1 through June 30 or $52 if starting business in Everett between July 1 through December 31.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Renewal fees will be noted on your tax form.
Due:	Licenses expire annually on December 31 and must be renewed by January 31.

Everson, WA (City)

Everson Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30
Due:	Annually

Federal Way, WA (City)

City of Federal Way Temporary Business Registration

Agency:	Federal Way City Hall (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Notes:	A temporary business registration is required when a business is operating within the city limits for 90 days or less in any 365-day period. Alternatively, a business may apply for a Federal Way City Endorsement through their Washington Business License.
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Registration Renewal

Form:	Temporary Business Registration
Filing Method:	Mail or in-person
Agency Fee:	$51

Renewal Not Required

Not required

Temporary Business Registrations are valid for 90 days from the date of issuance. No renewal is required

Federal Way Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City and County Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on the number of employees

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on the number of employees
Due:	Annually by the date of issuance.
Notes:	Renewal notices will be mailed a month before the expiration of the license

Ferndale, WA (City)

City of Ferndale Business License

Agency:	City of Ferndale - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and annual gross income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Ferndale Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and annual gross income +$5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Ferndale Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Fife, WA (City)

City of Fife Business License (WA)

Agency:	City of Fife - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and annual gross income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Fife Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and annual gross income +$5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Fife Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Fircrest, WA (City)

City of Fircrest Business License (WA)

Agency:	City of Fircrest - Licensing Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Fircrest Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income +$5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Fife Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Friday Harbor, WA (City)

Friday Harbor Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50
Due:	Annually

George, WA (City)

George Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Gig Harbor, WA (City)

City of Gig Harbor Business License

Agency:	City of Gig Harbor - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Gig Harbor Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Gig Harbor Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Gold Bar, WA (City)

Gold Bar Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Goldendale, WA (City)

City of Goldendale Business License

Agency:	City of Goldendale - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60 + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for nonresident businesses making less than $2000 in gross annual income
Due:	Annually by the last day of the month of initial registration

Grand Coulee, WA (City)

Grand Coulee Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$60 for most businesses, $85 for home-based businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Grandview, WA (City)

Grandview Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses, $75 for home-based businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses, $75 for home-based businesses.
Due:	Annually

Granger, WA (City)

Granger Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Granite Falls, WA (City)

City of Granite Falls Business License

Agency:	City of Granite Falls - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$45
Notes:	Granite Falls Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$45 + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Granite Falls Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Hamilton, WA (City)

Hamilton Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Harrah, WA (Town)

Harrah Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $5,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$10 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits).

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits).
Due:	Annually

Hoquiam, WA (City)

City of Hoquiam Business License

Agency:	City of Hoquiam - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income
Notes:	Hoquiam Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Hoquiam Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Ilwaco, WA (City)

Ilwaco Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$125 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$125 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Issaquah, WA (City)

City of Issaquah Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$60; Non-resident businesses with gross annual income earned within the city's limit of $3,000 or less do not pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50; Non-resident businesses with gross annual income earned within the city's limit of $3,000 or less do not pay a fee.
Due:	Annually by last day of the month preceding month of registration.

Kalama, WA (City)

City of Kalama Business License

Agency:	City of Kalama - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Kalama Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Kalama Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Kelso, WA (City)

City of Kelso Business License

Agency:	City of Kelso - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Kelso Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Kelso Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Kenmore, WA (City)

Kenmore Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$10 for businesses with more than $12,000 in gross annual income and $0 for nonprofits and businesses with $12,000 or less in gross annual income.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10 for businesses with more than $12,000 in gross annual income and $0 for nonprofits and businesses with $12,000 or less in gross annual income.
Due:	Annually

Kennewick, WA (City)

City of Kennewick Business License

Agency:	City of Kennewick - Economic Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income
Notes:	Kennewick Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Kennewick Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Kent, WA (City)

City of Kent Master Business License

Agency:

City of Kent Customer Service (WA)

Initial Registration

Form:	Master Business License Application
Filing Method:	Mail or online
Agency Fee:	Varies by number of employees and business type. See the Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Form:	Business License Renewal
Filing Method:	Mail or Online
Agency Fee:	Varies by number of employees and business type. See the Fee Schedule for details.
Due:	Annually by December 31.

Kettle Falls, WA (City)

Kettle Falls Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Businesses less than $5,000 in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$35
Due:	Annually

Kirkland, WA (City)

Kirkland General Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

For domestic entities:

$100 + $105 per employee. There is no fee if your reported gross annual income is less than $12,000.

For non-resident entities:

$0 if reported gross income is $2,000 or less
$50 if reported gross income is between $2,001 and $12,000
$100 + $105 per employee if reported gross income is above $12,000

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

For domestic entities:

$100 + $105 per employee. There is no fee if your reported gross annual income is less than $12,000.

For non-resident entities:

$0 if reported gross income is $2,000 or less
$50 if reported gross income is between $2,001 and $12,000
$100 + $105 per employee if reported gross income is above $12,000

Due:

Annually

Kittitas, WA (City)

Kittitas Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

La Center, WA (City)

City of La Center Business License

Agency:	City of La Center - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for nonresident businesses making less than $2000
Due:	Annually by date of issuance

La Conner, WA (City)

La Conner Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Lacey, WA (City)

City of Lacey Business License

Agency:	City of Lacey Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for businesses located within city limits and for non-resident businesses with more than $2,000 of gross annual income earned within city limits. Nonprofit businesses and non-resident businesses no more than $2,000 of gross annual income earned within city limits do not pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Lake Forest Park, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10 for businesses located within city limits and for non-resident businesses with more than $2,000 of gross annual income earned within city limits. Nonprofit businesses and non-resident businesses no more than $2,000 of gross annual income earned within city limits do not pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

City of Lake Forest Park Business License

Agency:	City of Lake Forest Park - Finance Department - Business Licensing & Taxes Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location
Due:	Licenses expire annually on December 31 and must be renewed by January 31

Lake Stevens, WA (City)

City of Lake Stevens Business License

Agency:	City of Lake Stevens - Planning and Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Lake Stevens Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross receipts + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Lake Stevens Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Lakewood, WA (City)

City of Lakewood Business License

Agency:	City of Lakewood - Economic Development Department - Business Licensing (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Lakewood Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Lakewood Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Langley, WA (City)

Langley Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$138 for resident businesses and $66 for nonresident businesses. Resident businesses with less than $2,000 in gross annual income and nonprofit entities do not pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$138 for resident businesses and $66 for nonresident businesses. Resident businesses with less than $2,000 in gross annual income and nonprofit entities do not pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

Leavenworth, WA (City)

Leavenworth Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Liberty Lake, WA (City)

City of Liberty Lake Business License

Agency:	City of Liberty Lake - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on annual gross income
Notes:	Liberty Lake Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Liberty Lake Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Long Beach, WA (City)

City of Long Beach Business License

Agency:	City of Long Beach - City Hall (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on annual gross income
Notes:	Long Beach Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on annual gross receipts + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Long Beach Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Longview, WA (City)

City of Longview Business License

Agency:	City of Longview - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income
Notes:	Longview Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Longview Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Lyman, WA (Town)

Lyman Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$42 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$42 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Lynden, WA (City)

Lynden Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses ($125 for home-based businesses). There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses ($125 for home-based businesses). There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Lynnwood, WA (City)

City of Lynnwood Business License

Agency:	City of Lynnwood - Development and Business Services Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, annual gross income, and number of employees $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Lynnwood Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, annual gross income, and number of employees + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Lynnwood Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Mabton, WA (City)

Mabton Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$60 for most businesses ($160 for home-based businesses).

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60 for most businesses ($160 for home-based businesses).
Due:	Annually

Maple Valley, WA (City)

City of Maple Valley Business License

Agency:	City of Maple Valley - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income
Notes:	Maple Valley Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Maple Valley Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Marysville, WA (City)

City of Marysville Business License

Agency:	City of Marysville - Community Development Services Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Marysville Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Marysville Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Mattawa, WA (City)

Mattawa Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$100 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$100 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Medical Lake, WA (City)

Medical Lake Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30 for most businesses ($150 for home-based businesses).

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30
Due:	Annually

Medina, WA (City)

Medina Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$100 for businesses with more than $4,000 in gross annual income in Medina. $0 for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$100 for businesses with more than $4,000 in gross annual income in Medina. $0 for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

Mercer Island, WA (City)

City of Mercer Island Business License

Agency:	City of Mercer Island - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income
Notes:	Mercer Island Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Mercer Island Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Mesa, WA (City)

Mesa Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$35 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$35 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Mill Creek, WA (City)

City of Mill Creek Business License

Agency:	City of Mill Creek - Public Works & Development Services Department - Economic Development Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees
Notes:	Mill Creek Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Mill Creek Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Millwood, WA (City)

Millwood Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$20
Due:	Annually

Milton, WA (City)

Milton Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Monroe, WA (City)

Monroe Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

Montesano, WA (City)

City of Montesano Business License

Agency:	City of Montesano - City Hall (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees and gross annual income
Notes:	Montesano Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Montesano Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Morton, WA (City)

Morton Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40. Nonprofits are not required to pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

Moses Lake, WA (City)

Moses Lake Business License

Agency:

Moses Lake Finance Department (WA)

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Depends on gross annual income earned with city limits: $0 for $2,000 or less and $85 for greater than $2,000 in gross annual income. Nonprofit businesses may be exempt from license fees.
Notes:	Application for a Moses Lake license can be completed concurrently with the Washington State Business License application.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Depends on gross annual income earned with city limits: $0 for $2,000 or less and $85 for greater than $2,000 in gross annual income. Nonprofit businesses may be exempt from license fees.
Due:	Annually

Mossyrock, WA (City)

Mossyrock Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50
Due:	Annually

Mount Vernon, WA (City)

City of Mount Vernon Business License

Agency:	City of Mount Vernon - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Mount Vernon Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Mountlake Terrace, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Mount Vernon Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Mountlake Terrace Business License

Agency:	City of Mountlake Terrace Community and Economic Development Department - Business Licenses Section
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

License fee is determine by number of employees (FTEs) who work within the city limits of Mountlake Terrace:

$100 for up to 10 employees
$170 for between 11 and 20 employees
$335 for between 21 and 50 employees
$675 for 51 or more employees

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

License fee is determine by number of employees (FTEs) who work within the city limits of Mountlake Terrace:

$100 for up to 10 employees
$170 for between 11 and 20 employees
$335 for between 21 and 50 employees
$675 for 51 or more employees

Due:

Annually

Moxee, WA (City)

Moxee Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Mukilteo, WA (City)

City of Mukilteo Business License

Agency:	City of Mukilteo - Business License Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees
Notes:	Mukilteo Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Mukilteo Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Naches, WA (City)

Naches Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Napavine, WA (City)

Napavine Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Nespelem, WA (City)

Nespelem Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$65

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$65
Due:	Annually

Newcastle, WA (City)

City of Newcastle Business License

Agency:	City of Newcastle - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Newcastle Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Newcastle Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Newport, WA (City)

Newport Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$20 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Nine Mile Falls, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$20 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Nine Mile Falls Business License

Not required

General Business License licensure is not required on the City level in Nine Mile Falls.

Nine Mile Falls Business Licenseis an unincorporated community with no formal government. No business license requirement exists.

Nooksack, WA (City)

Nooksack Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30
Due:	Annually

Normandy Park, WA (City)

Normandy Park Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$91 for most businesses. Home-based businesses pay $219 and there is no fee for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$91 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

North Bend, WA (City)

City of North Bend Business License

Agency:	City of North Bend - Finance - Business Licensing and Tax Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	North Bend Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

North Bonneville, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	North Bend Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

North Bonneville Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Northport, WA (Town)

Northport Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Oak Harbor, WA (City)

City of Oak Harbor Business License

Agency:	City of Oak Harbor - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Oak Harbor Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Oak Harbor Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Oakville, WA (City)

Oakville Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Ocean Shores, WA (City)

City of Ocean Shores Business License

Agency:	City of Ocean Shores - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Ocean Shores Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Ocean Shores Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Odessa, WA (City)

Odessa Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. $20 for home-based businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. $20 for home-based businesses.
Due:	Annually

Okanogan, WA (City)

Okanogan Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$10 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

Olympia, WA (City)

Olympia General Business License

Agency:	City of Olympia Business License Section (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30 for businesses located within city limits. Non-resident businesses with gross annual income earned within this city’s limits of $2,000 or less pay $0 while those with more than $2,000 in gross annual income pay $30.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30 for businesses located within city limits. Non-resident businesses with gross annual income earned within this city’s limits of $2,000 or less pay $0 while those with more than $2,000 in gross annual income pay $30.
Due:	Annually

Omak, WA (City)

Omak Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$10

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10
Due:	Annually

Orting, WA (City)

City of Orting Business License

Agency:	City of Orting - Economic Development (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Orting Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Orting Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Othello, WA (City)

Othello Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$80

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$80
Due:	Annually

Pacific, WA (City)

City of Pacific Business License

Agency:	City of Pacific - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Pacific Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Pacific Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Pasco, WA (City)

City of Pasco Business License

Agency:	City of Pasco - Business Licensing (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees and gross annual income
Notes:	Pasco Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Pasco Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Pateros, WA (City)

Pateros Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Pe Ell, WA (City)

Pe Ell Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Pomeroy, WA (City)

Pomeroy Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Port Angeles, WA (City)

Port Angeles Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and gross annual income. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Port Orchard, WA (City)

City of Port Orchard Business License

Agency:	City of Port Orchard - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Port Orchard Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Port Orchard Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Port Townsend, WA (City)

City of Port Townsend Business License

Agency:	City of Port Townsend - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on annual gross income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Port Townsend Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Port Townsend Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Poulsbo, WA (City)

City of Poulsbo Business License

Agency:	City of Poulsbo - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Poulsbo Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Poulsbo Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Prosser, WA (City)

City of Prosser Business License

Agency:	City of Prosser - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Prosser Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Prosser Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Pullman, WA (City)

City of Pullman Business License

Agency:	City of Pullman - Community Development - Economic Development Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on the type of business and annual gross income $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Pullman Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on the type of business and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Pullman Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Puyallup, WA (City)

City of Puyallup Business License

Agency:	City of Puyallup (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Notes:	If you are planning to open a business in Puyallup, you will need to apply for and receive a Business License. These licenses are issued through the State of Washington Business Licensing Service (BLS)
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Instructions:	If you are planning to open a business in Puyallup, you will need to apply for and receive a Business License. These licenses are issued through the State of Washington Business Licensing Service (BLS)
Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	See fee schedule here

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	See fee schedule here
Due:	Annually by date of issuance.

Quincy, WA (City)

City of Quincy Business License

Agency:	City of Quincy - City Clerk/Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Quincy Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Quincy Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Rainier, WA (City)

Rainier Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$35 for most businesses. There is a $5 fee for nonprofits and no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$35 for most businesses. There is a $5 fee for nonprofits and no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Raymond, WA (City)

Raymond Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Redmond, WA (City)

City of Redmond Business License

Agency:

City of Redmond Business Licensing (WA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Minimum $160. Variable based on number of full-time employees.
Original Ink:	Not Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Minimum $160 Variable based on number of full-time employees.
Due:	Annually by the registration anniversary date.
Original Ink:	Not Required

Renton, WA (City)

City of Renton Business License

Agency:	City of Renton Finance Department - Tax and License Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Exemption Eligible Organizations:	Businesses may obtain a business license registration at no fee if they meet the following criteria: No physical location in the city limits of Renton No requirement for any other specialized permit or license Annual Renton revenue of less than $2,000
Form:	Business License Registration Application
Filing Method:	Online or mail
Agency Fee:	$150, after July 1st, $75
Before you Apply:	Prior to applying for a City of Renton business license, businesses must first obtain a Uniform Business Identification number (UBI) from the Washington State Department of Revenue or 1-360-705-6741.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$150
Due:	Annually by January 31.

Republic, WA (City)

Republic Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50
Due:	Annually

Richland, WA (City)

Richland Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Varies by business type

Resident Businesses:

$40 license fee + $12 per full-time equivalent (FTE) employee (there is no fee for the first two employees) + $2 per unit fee if renting properties in Richland

Non-resident Businesses:

$40 license fee + $12 per full-time equivalent (FTE) employee (no license is required for businesses with $2,000 or less in gross annual income earned within Richland limits).

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

Varies by business type

Resident Businesses:

$40 license fee + $12 per full-time equivalent (FTE) employee (there is no fee for the first two employees) + $2 per unit fee if renting properties in Richland

Non-resident Businesses:

$40 license fee + $12 per full-time equivalent (FTE) employee (no license is required for businesses with $2,000 or less in gross annual income earned within Richland limits).

Due:

Annually

Ridgefield, WA (City)

City of Ridgefield Business License

Agency:	City of Ridgefield - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on type of business and gross annual income
Notes:	Ridgefield Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on type of business and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Ridgefield Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Ritzville, WA (City)

Ritzville Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30
Due:	Annually

Rock Island, WA (City)

Rock Island Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$2 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$0
Due:	Annually

Rockford, WA (City)

Rockford Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$15 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$15 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Roslyn, WA (City)

Roslyn Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Roy, WA (City)

Roy Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$45 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$45 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Royal City, WA (City)

Royal City Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

Ruston, WA (City)

Ruston Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Sammamish, WA (City)

City of Sammamish Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Businesses located outside of Sammamish are exempt from licensure if their gross annual income earned within the city's limit is $2,000 or less.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City and County Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$15

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$15
Due:	Annually

SeaTac, WA (City)

City of SeaTac Business License

Agency:	City of SeaTac - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	SeaTac Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	SeaTac Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Seattle, WA (City)

Seattle Business License Tax Certificate

Agency:

City of Seattle - City Finance Department - License & Tax Administration (WA)

Initial Registration

Form:	Seattle Business License Tax Certificate Application
Filing Method:	Mail or online
Agency Fee:	The fee for a new business license will be the annual fee listed in the lowest tier of taxable revenue. See the fee schedule on this page for details. Applications submitted after July 1 will only be required to pay half the annual license fee due. $4 per City FileLocal User fee KUBRA service fee $1 per City for ACH Debit transactions OR 2.49% of total amount due for Debit/Credit Card transactions

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Business License renewal fees are variable based on the latest years tax filings. See the fee schedule on this page for details. $4 per City FileLocal User fee KUBRA service fee $1 per City for ACH Debit transactions OR 2.49% of total amount due for Debit/Credit Card transactions
Due:	Annually by December 31.

Sedro-Woolley, WA (City)

Sedro-Woolley Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$35 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$35 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Selah, WA (City)

Selah Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Sequim, WA (City)

City of Sequim Business License

Agency:	City of Sequim - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and annual gross income
Notes:	Sequim Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Sequim Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Shelton, WA (City)

City of Shelton Business License

Agency:	City of Shelton - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Shelton Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Shelton Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Shoreline, WA (City)

City of Shoreline Business License

Agency:	City of Shoreline - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40 annual license fee (fees are prorated by 50% if applying after June 30)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40
Due:	Annually by December 31

Skykomish, WA (City)

Town of Skykomish Business License

Agency:	Town of Skykomish - Town Hall (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Skykomish Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Skykomish Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Snohomish, WA (City)

City of Snohomish Business License

Agency:	City of Snohomish - Community Engagement and Strategic Initiatives Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, type of business, number of employees, and gross annual income
Notes:	Snohomish Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, type of business, number of employees, and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Snohomish Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Snoqualmie, WA (City)

City of Snoqualmie Business License

Agency:	City of Snoqualmie - Finance Department - Revenue Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees and gross annual income
Notes:	Snoqualmie Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on number of employees and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Snoqualmie Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Soap Lake, WA (City)

Soap Lake Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Resident businesses with $2,000 or less in gross annual income and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. Nonprofits do not pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. Nonprofits do not pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

South Bend, WA (City)

South Bend Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

South Cle Elum, WA (Town)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

South Cle Elum Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50
Due:	Annually

South Hill, WA (City)

South Hills Business License

Not required

General Business License licensure is not required on the City level in South Hill.

South Hills Business Licenseis an unincorporated community with no formal government. No business license requirement exists.

South Prairie, WA (Town)

South Prairie Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Spokane, WA (City)

Spokane Business License

Agency:

City of Spokane Business Licensing Service (WA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$131 license fee + $50 processing fee + variable fee based on number of employees: 1-5: $10 6-10: $15 11+: $20 Nonprofit businesses: $65.50 license fee + $50 processing fee (submit 501(c) certificate with application for possible fee exemption) $0 license fee for Nonresident businesses making under $4,000 in gross annual income

Registration Renewal

Spokane Valley, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	License fee varies based on gross annual income: Under $18,000: $65.50 Above $18,000: $131 $5 processing fee + variable fee based on the number of employees: 1-5: $10 6-10: $15 11+: $20 Nonprofit businesses: $65.60 license fee + $5 processing fee $0 license fee for Nonresident businesses making under $4,000 in gross annual income
Due:	Annually by date of issuance.

City of Spokane Valley Business License

Agency:	City of Spokane Valley - Public Works Department - Business Licensing (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Spokane Valley Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Spokane Valley Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Sprague, WA (City)

Sprague Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Springdale, WA (City)

Springdale Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Stanwood, WA (City)

City of Stanwood Business License

Agency:	City of Stanwood - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Stanwood Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Stanwood Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Steilacoom, WA (City)

Steilacoom Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Stevenson, WA (City)

Stevenson Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$10 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$10 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Sultan, WA (City)

City of Sultan Business License

Agency:	City of Sultan - Business Licenses & Home Occupations (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income
Notes:	Sultan Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Sultan Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Sumas, WA (City)

Sumas Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

Sumner, WA (City)

City of Sumner Business License

Agency:	City of Sumner - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Sumner Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Sumner Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Sunnyside, WA (City)

City of Sunnyside Business License

Agency:	City of Sunnyside - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Sunnyside Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Sunnyside Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Tacoma, WA (City)

City of Tacoma Business License

Agency:

City of Tacoma Tax & License Division (WA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross income

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees are determined based on gross income
Due:	Licenses expire annually on December 31 and must be renewed by January 31.

Tenino, WA (City)

Tenino Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$55 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$45 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Tieton, WA (City)

Tieton Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Toledo, WA (City)

Toledo Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

Toppenish, WA (City)

Toppenish Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Tukwila, WA (City)

City of Tukwila Business License

Agency:	City of Tukwila Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Notes:	The City of Tukwila has transitioned the city’s business licensing services to Washington State. Please go to BLS.DOR.WA.gov to apply for a City of Tukwila business license. Once approved, the city license will show as an endorsement on your State Business License. You will need to set up a SAW (Secure Access Washington) account in order to apply for a State and City of Tukwila business license.
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Instructions:

The City of Tukwila has transitioned the city’s business licensing services to Washington State. Please go to BLS.DOR.WA.gov to apply for a City of Tukwila business license. Once approved, the city license will show as an endorsement on your State Business License. You will need to set up a SAW (Secure Access Washington) account in order to apply for a State and City of Tukwila business license.

Filing Method:

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Due:	Annually by date of issuance

Tumwater, WA (City)

Tumwater Business License

Agency:	Tumwater Finance Department - Business Licensing Division (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$20
Due:	Annually

Twisp, WA (City)

Twisp Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$75 for most businesses. $25 for home-based businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$75 for most businesses. $25 for home-based businesses.
Due:	Annually

Union Gap, WA (City)

Union Gap Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

University Place, WA (City)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

City of University Place Business License

Agency:	City of University Place - City Clerk (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Automatic Exemption

Notes:

Nonresident businesses making less than $2,000 in gross annual income do not need a license

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$41 + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by date of issuance

Vader, WA (City)

Vader Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Vancouver, WA (City)

Vancouver Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Depends on gross annual income:

$0 for businesses with $12,000 or less in gross annual income
$200 + $90 per full-time employee for businesses with more than $12,000 in gross annual income

Non-resident businesses should only include gross annual income earned within Vancouver and employees working in Vancouver when calculating fees.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

Depends on gross annual income:

$0 for businesses with $12,000 or less in gross annual income
$200 + $90 per full-time employee for businesses with more than $12,000 in gross annual income

Non-resident businesses should only include gross annual income earned within Vancouver and employees working in Vancouver when calculating fees.

Due:

Annually

Waitsburg, WA (City)

Waitsburg Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$20 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Walla Walla, WA (City)

Walla Walla Business License

Agency:	City of Walla Walla Development Services Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Walla Walla Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Walla Walla Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Wapato, WA (City)

Wapato Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees depend on business type and number of employees. See details on this page.
Due:	Annually

Warden, WA (City)

Warden Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Resident businesses with $2,000 or less in gross annual income and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$25

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25
Due:	Annually

Washougal, WA (City)

City of Washougal Business License

Agency:	City of Washougal - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Automatic Exemption

Notes:

Non-resident businesses do not need a license if their reported gross annual income is less than $2,000

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Mail or online
Agency Fee:	$50 + $5 renewal processing fee
Due:	Annually by the last day of the month of initial issuance

Waterville, WA (City)

Waterville Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$5

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$5
Due:	Annually

Wenatchee, WA (City)

City of Wenatchee Business License

Agency:	City of Wenatchee - Finance Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income and number of employees $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Notes:	Wenatchee Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on gross annual income and number of employees + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for businesses registered with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Wenatchee Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

West Richland, WA (City)

West Richland Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Businesses with $5,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$40 for most businesses. Nonprofits do not pay a fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$45 for most businesses. Nonprofits do not pay a fee.
Due:	Annually

Westport, WA (City)

Westport Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

White Salmon, WA (City)

White Salmon Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$75 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Wilbur, WA (City)

Wilbur Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$20 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and a $25 fee for non-resident businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$20 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and a $25 fee for non-resident businesses.
Due:	Annually

Wilkeson, WA (City)

Wilkeson Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$30 for resident businesses and $50 for nonresident businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30 for resident businesses and $50 for nonresident businesses.
Due:	Annually

Wilson Creek, WA (Town)

Wilson Creek Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$30 for most businesses. Nonresident businesses pay a fee based on number of employees:

$30 for 1-3 employees
$50 for 4-10 employees
$80 for 11 or more employees

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Agency Fee:

$30 for most businesses. Nonresident businesses pay a fee based on number of employees:

$30 for 1-3 employees
$50 for 4-10 employees
$80 for 11 or more employees

Due:

Annually

Winlock, WA (City)

Winlock Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for resident businesses, $250 for home-based businesses, and $25 for nonresident businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for resident and home-based businesses and $20 for nonresident businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

Winthrop, WA (City)

Winthrop Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$60 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$60 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits.
Due:	Annually

Woodinville, WA (City)

City of Woodinville Business License

Agency:	City of Woodinville - Administrative Services (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Woodinville Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c)3 organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Woodinville Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Woodland, WA (City)

City of Woodland Business License

Agency:	City of Woodland - Community Development Department (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Woodland Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Woodland Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Woodway, WA (City)

Woodway Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$0 for resident businesses with $2,000 or less in gross annual income and $50 for all other businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$0 for resident businesses with $2,000 or less in gross annual income and $50 for all other businesses.
Due:	Annually

Yacolt, WA (Town)

Yacolt Business License

Agency:	Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service
Notes:	Non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits are not required to obtain a license.

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and a $300 fee for home-based businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$50
Due:	Annually

Yakima, WA (City)

Yakima General Business License

Agency:	City of Yakima - Code Administration (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Yakima Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location, number of employees, and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Yakima Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Yelm, WA (City)

City of Yelm Business License

Agency:	City of Yelm - City Hall (WA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:	No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?	No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Notes:	Yelm Business Licenses are applied for through the Washington Department of Revenue

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	Fees vary based on business location and gross annual income + $5 renewal processing fee $0 for 501(c) organizations providing a copy of their IRS certificate
Due:	Annually by April 30
Notes:	Yelm Business Licenses are renewed through the Washington Department of Revenue

Zillah, WA (City)

Zillah Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.

Registration Renewal

Asotin County, WA (County)

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$30 for most businesses. There is no fee for nonprofits and non-resident businesses (physically located outside town limits) with $4,000 or less in gross annual income earned within the town’s limits.
Due:	Annually

Asotin County Business License

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City and County Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	$50 for most businesses. $0 for nonprofits and $25 for home-based businesses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:	Online
Agency Fee:	$25 for most businesses. $0 for nonprofits and $10 for home-based businesses.
Due:	Annually

Agency:

Washington Department of Revenue - Business Licensing Service

Initial Registration

Form:	Business License Application and City and County Addendum
Filing Method:	Mail or online.
Agency Fee:	Nonresident businesses pay $75 and home-based businesses pay $150. Resident businesses are charged a fee based on square footage.

Registration Renewal