Business Formation in Washington

LLC & Corporation formation in Washington.

Washington formation requirements, filing fees, registered agent rules, and ongoing compliance — for both LLCs and corporations, on one page.

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Formation Overview

LLC Formation in Washington

Washington LLCs file a Certificate of Formation and an annual report.

Corporation Formation in Washington

Washington corporations file Articles of Incorporation and an annual report.

Key Filing Requirements

Filing agency: Washington Secretary of State — Corporations and Charities Division
LLC formation document: Certificate of Formation
Corporation formation document: Articles of Incorporation
LLC state filing fee: $180 online / $200 mail
Corporation state filing fee: $180 online / $200 mail
Annual / periodic report: Washington requires an annual report.
Annual report fee: $70
Registered agent requirement: A registered agent with a physical Washington address is required.
Official state source: Official Agency Website

Ongoing Compliance

File the annual report and maintain a registered agent.

LLC Management

Member- or manager-managed per the operating agreement.

Corporation Directors & Officers

At least one director and officer required.

Foreign Qualification

Foreign entities may obtain a Certificate of Authority in Washington.

Learn about foreign qualification

Washington Formation

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Initial formation is $495 plus Washington state filing fees. Ongoing maintenance through Nationwide begins the following year at $495 plus applicable state fees. Call 1-888-498-5402.

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