LLCforWashington LLC Guide for Veterans
- Filing fee: $180 for a Certificate of Formation, plus an online processing fee. A $10 Initial Report is due within 120 days.
- Annual report: $70, due by the last day of the month the LLC was formed ($95 with the delinquency fee).
- Veteran benefit: None found. We did not find a veteran-specific LLC filing fee waiver or veteran business tax break on the state's official fee and filing pages we checked. That isn't proof that none exists, so check with the state veterans agency.
- Who qualifies: Not applicable.
- Last verified: October 11, 2026
5-year cost calculator
Your cost is the Without waiver total.
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Steps
Pick a name
Search the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations records to make sure your name is available. It usually must include "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company."
Choose a registered agent
This is the person or company that receives legal papers for your LLC in Washington. You can be your own agent if you have an address in the state.
File your formation document
File with the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations.
Get your EIN and set up
Get a free EIN from the IRS, write an operating agreement, and open a business bank account. See our Start an LLC guide.
Keep it in good standing
Put your annual report date on your calendar so the state doesn't dissolve your LLC.
FAQ
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Washington?
$180 for a Certificate of Formation, plus an online processing fee. A $10 Initial Report is due within 120 days.
Does Washington waive LLC fees for veterans?
None found. We did not find a veteran-specific LLC filing fee waiver or veteran business tax break on the state's official fee and filing pages we checked. That isn't proof that none exists, so check with the state veterans agency.
Do I need a lawyer?
No law requires one to file, but if your situation is complicated a lawyer or accountant can help.