# Form a corporation in Washington

Source: https://joinopenfile.com/corporation/washington
Index: https://joinopenfile.com/llms.txt

Washington charges $180 to form a corporation. We prepare your documents and file them with the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations Division (CCFS).

## Washington details

- Corporation filing fee: $180
- Expedited processing (about 3 business days): $100
- Corporation annual report ($95 with delinquency fee): $70

[Filing office: Washington Secretary of State, Corporations Division (CCFS)](https://ccfs.sos.wa.gov/). Last checked October 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file. [Source](https://www.sos.wa.gov/corporations-charities/frequently-asked-questions-faqs/fee-scheduleexpedited-service)

[Start my Washington corporation](https://joinopenfile.com/start?entity=corp&state=WA)

$200 total with our Basic package. We're not a law firm.

## Questions

How much does it cost to incorporate in Washington?

The state charges $180. With our Basic package, the total is $200.

LLC or corporation?

Most small businesses pick an LLC because it has fewer formalities. A corporation suits you if you plan to raise money from investors or issue shares. See the Washington LLC page to compare fees.

Who approves it?

The Washington Secretary of State, Corporations Division (CCFS). We prepare your documents, submit them there for you and send you copies of what comes back.