Disaster Relief: Revenue will work with businesses that cannot file or pay their taxes on time due to recent wildfire damage or other natural disasters. Learn more about disaster relief.
Ayuda por desastres: El Departamento de Ingresos trabajará con las empresas que no puedan presentar o pagar sus impuestos a tiempo debido a los daños causados por incendios forestales u otros desastres naturales. Conozca más sobre la ayuda en caso de desastre.
If you employ one or more persons, Unemployment Insurance coverage is required.
Officers of for-profit corporations who provide services in Washington are automatically exempt from Unemployment Insurance, unless the employer specifically requests coverage. Submit a Voluntary Election Form (PDF) to the Employment Security Department for optional corporate officer coverage (PDF).
Business License Application (PDF).
| State endorsement | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unemployment Insurance | $0 |
| Additional fees | Fee |
|---|---|
| State tax registration | $0 |
| Registering your business name as a trade name | $5 |
| Business License Application fee | Variable fee |
Add a state endorsement to your business
Apply for a new business license
Setting up your business licensing and tax account
How to add a state endorsement
Complete the licensing requirements above and mail to:
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