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Purpose
To provide a single license document for multiple state and city licenses and registrations.
Registrations and filings required for businesses - Department of Revenue
- Business License Application
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How to submit
Submit the Business License Application online, by mail, or at one of our field offices.
Processing time
Generally, seven to ten business days unless a partner endorsement requires approval and then the time varies.
Fees
License renewals
Some city and state endorsements listed on the business license must be renewed. Renewal is required if the licensing document contains an expiration date. A renewal notice will be mailed to the mailing address on file, 45 days prior to the date of expiration.
The license is available through Business Licensing Service.
- Tax Registration
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Purpose
Allows a business to remit sales and other taxes tax collected and owed to the Department of Revenue.
How to submit
Submit a Business License Application (if applicable) which indicates business activity, if taxable registration, then application routes automatically to Taxpayer Account Administration for setup. Submit online or by mail, or at one of our field offices.
Processing time
Two business days from the time the business license is completed by the Department of Revenue's Business Licensing Service.
Fees
None
License renewals
None.
The license is available through Business Licensing Service.
- Washington State Reseller Permit
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Purpose
To allow businesses to make qualifying purchases for resale without paying sales tax.
How to submit
An electronic application can be filed in My DOR. Businesses can request a paper application be mailed to them by calling 306-705-6705.
The application is a brief questionnaire concerning the business activities. It can be filed electronically or a paper application can be faxed or mailed to the Department of Revenue.
Processing time
The Department has set a goal to process applications within 10 business days, however it may take up to 60 days to process an application.
Fees
None
License renewals
Yes. Permits are valid for two or four years, depending on how long the business has been open and whether it actively reports gross income. Permits for all contractors are valid for two years. Permits for all Indian businesses are valid for four years.
