Foreign Entity Registration, Filings, Instructions, and Forms

For those who need their documents in a hurry, the Corporations Division offers expedited service and same-day service. The fee for expedited service is $100 per business entity, and expedited filings are generally processed within three business days. The fee for same-day service is $150 and processed the same day if received before 3:30 p.m. Same-day services may be limited due to business hours and the quantity of filings submitted.

*Due to system limitations, the same-day service fee will not be assessed. The same-day service fee for front-counter transactions will be treated as an expedited fee. A 30-day notice will be provided via our website and lobby signage before implementing the $150 Same Day Service fee.

To receive expedited service by mail, enclose $100 per entity (in addition to regular fees) and write "EXPEDITE" in bold letters on the outside of the envelope.

See WAC 434-112-080 and 434-112-085 for more information.

We accept cash, checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express for your convenience. All payments must be received in US Dollars. Payments submitted to this office are not refundable WAC 434-112-075 & 434-112-085.

Disclaimer: This page is not intended to be informational or assist you in selecting an appropriate business structure. For assistance in determining the appropriate business structure, please visit the FAQs page for more information.

The following links will take you to the available online filing, instructions, or paper form. These apply to all foreign LLCs, Corporations, Nonprofit Corporations, Limited Partnerships (LP, LLP, LLLP) and Cooperative Associations.

*Filings are subject to additional fees depending on the priority requested and delivery method.