Registrations and filings required for businesses - Department of Transportation

You may be required to have a license, registration, or permit from the list below based on the business activity you selected from the Business Licensing Wizard. For more information, please contact the Department of Transportation at 360-705-7000.

Aircraft Dealer License

Purpose

To allow the sale or exchange of aircraft. Applies to a person engaged in the business of selling, exchanging, or acting as a broker of aircraft or who offers for sale two or more aircraft within a calendar year.

How to submit

Complete all four required forms and return them to WSDOT Aviation along with your check or money order.

Processing time

Approximately two weeks.

Fees

$75 - License
$10 - Each additional plate

License renewals

Annual license.

Canadian Weights Permit (State Route 9)

Purpose

To authorize Canadian weights into Sumas, WA on heavy haul corridor. Applies to businesses operating commercial vehicles from BC Canada to Sumas, WA and return on SR 9 with heavier Canadian weight limits.

How to submit

In person with cash or check, or self issue.

Processing time

15 minutes.

Fees

$14 - Per year

License renewals

Annual permit.

Monthly or Annual Special Oversize/Overweight Vehicle Permit - Manufactured Housing Permit

Purpose

To allow for the movement of housing units with a box width not exceeding 14 feet wide, an eave not exceeding 12 inches, and a maximum height of 15 feet. Applies to a dealer, manufacturer, or licensed transporter of manufactured homes planning on moving a housing unit via commercial vehicle.

How to submit

In person with cash or check, or self issue.

Processing time

15 minutes.

Fees

$30 - Monthly
$360 - Annual

License renewals

Issued per month up to one year.

Oversize/Overweight Load Permit

Purpose

To allow operating vehicles with oversize/overweight loads for one single route specific trip. Applies to businesses operating commercial vehicles with oversize/overweight loads.

How to submit

In person with cash or check. May self issue if less than 16' high or wide, less than 125' long and less than 200,000 lbs.

Processing time

20 minutes

Fees

$10 - Dimensional permits; weight permit prices vary

License renewals

Issued for three days only.