Requirements and fees
The city of Pasco requires a license for all businesses 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 directly before you apply.
For Hire Pasco drivers must obtain a city of Pasco For Hire Business directly with the city of Pasco, a General Business license For Hire is not required.
If your business is in a residence within the city, you must comply with Pasco Municipal Code 25.66.030 and 25.66.040. For more information on home occupation requirements, contact the city directly.
If your business is operating within city limits, your license fee is determined by the gross annual income you earn within this city’s limits:
Reported gross annual income | License fee |
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$0 through $2,000 | $0 |
Above $2,000 | Variable fee |
Your business may be exempt from getting a city business license. For more information, please contact the city directly.
Apply for a city license
State tax registration | $0 |
Registering your business name as a trade name | $5 |
Business license application fee | Variable fee |
Online
Online assistance
Setting up your business licensing and tax account
How to add a city license endorsement
By mail
Complete the following and mail to:
Business Licensing Service
P.O. Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034
Business License Application and City Addendum