Registered Agent in Washington

Washington Business Compliance

Washington State has no corporate income tax but imposes a Business & Occupation (B&O) tax on gross receipts. Annual reports are $60 and due in the anniversary month. The initial report is due within 120 days of formation. The state is a major hub for tech companies and requires all businesses to maintain a registered agent.

Registered Agent Requirement

Washington requires every entity to maintain a registered agent with a physical street address in the state.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Late annual report filing results in a $25 penalty. Failure to file for multiple years can lead to administrative dissolution.

State of Washington

Quick Facts

If Non-Compliant

Administrative dissolution

Filing Fee

$60

Frequency

Annual

Due Date

Last day of anniversary month

Abbreviation

WA

Our Service

$149/yr

Washington at a Glance

Annual Report Fee $60

Filing Frequency Annual

Due Date Last day of anniversary month

Franchise Tax B&O tax (0.471%–3.3% depending on business type)

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Coverage

We serve all 50 states — including Washington

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Why Choose Registered Agency in Washington?

Same-Day Document Handling

When we receive legal documents at our Washington address, we scan and forward them to you the same day — no delays, no lost mail.

Never Miss a Deadline

We track your Washington filing deadlines and send reminders well in advance — annual reports, renewals, and franchise tax dates are all monitored.

Your Privacy Protected

Our address goes on your public filings — not yours. Keep your home address off Washington state records.

Washington Compliance FAQ

Washington's Business & Occupation tax is a gross receipts tax — you pay on total revenue, not profit. Rates range from 0.471% to 3.3% depending on your business classification.

The annual report is due by the last day of the month your entity was formed. The initial report is due within 120 days. The filing fee is $60 for both LLCs and Corporations.