# Washington business license

Source: https://joinopenfile.com/business-licenses/washington
Index: https://joinopenfile.com/llms.txt

Washington issues a Business License through the Washington State Department of Revenue. Your city or county may want its own license on top.

## Washington details

- Statewide license: Yes
- What it's called: Business License
- Issued by: Washington State Department of Revenue
- State fee (Plus endorsement fees; $5 a year to renew): $50
- Local licenses: Also check your city and county

[Official source](https://dor.wa.gov/open-business/apply-business-license/variable-business-license-processing-fees). Last checked November 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file.

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$99, for any company.

## Questions

Do I need a business license in Washington?

Most businesses need the state's Business License, and many cities and counties want their own as well.

Is an LLC the same as a business license?

No. Forming an LLC creates the company. A license is permission to operate, and you often need both.

What about a sales tax permit?

If you sell taxable goods or services, the state's tax agency issues that separately.