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Lottery Retailer

Any businesses selling Washington State Lottery products is required to have a Lottery Retailer endorsement.

Requirements

  • Applicants must certify that they comply with federal, state, and agency accessibility requirements, and provide a personal and criminal history.
  • The Lottery also requires an electronic funds transfer account to transfer Lottery sales debits and credits.

Note: The Lottery will separately charge retailers a one-time $200 set-up fee, and weekly equipment and support fees. For more information, contact the Lottery at 360-819-0719 or 1-800-545-7510.

Licensing requirements and additional supporting documents

 
State endorsement Fee
Lottery Retailer $25 (one-time, nonrefundable)
Lottery Set-up fee $200 (one-time)
Additional fees Fee
State tax registration $0
Registering your business name as a trade name $5
Business License Application fee Variable fee

How to apply

Apply online

Add a state endorsement to your business

Apply for a new business license

Online help

Setting up your business licensing and tax account

How to add a state endorsement

Apply by mail

Complete the licensing requirements above and mail to:

Business Licensing Service
P.O. Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034