Minor Work Permit
You must have and post a Minor Work Permit for every workplace where you employ one or more people under 18 years of age. You must also have an Industrial Insurance endorsement.
Some work duties are prohibited for minors. For information about restrictions, visit the Department of Labor and Industries website on youth employment.
If hiring minors under age 14, additional documents are required and must be submitted to L&I before a minor work permit will be approved.
Licensing requirements and additional supporting documents
| State endorsement |
Fee |
|
Minor Work Permit |
$0 |
Additional fees
| State tax registration | $0 |
| Registering your business name as a trade name | $5 |
| Business License Application fee | Variable fee |
How to apply
Online
Online assistance
Setting up your business licensing and tax account
How to add a state endorsement
By mail
Complete the licensing requirements above and mail to:
Business Licensing Service
P.O. Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034
Resources
Business Licensing Service
360-705-6741
Regulatory questions
Labor and Industries
Youth Employment Resources
360-902-5316