Forming in Washington
No income tax, strong tech economy
Washington has no personal state income tax and a thriving Seattle tech economy, with a standard annual report.
Key Facts
- Processing Time
- 2-5 business days
- LLC Filing Fee
- $200
- Annual Report
- Yearly — $60/yr
- Best For
- Tech startups, Pacific Northwest businesses
Why founders choose Washington
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No personal state income tax
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Seattle tech/aerospace economy
Worth considering
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Business & Occupation (B&O) tax applies to gross receipts separately
Launch your company in Washington
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Choose the entity that fits your business model.
LLC Formation
Most Popular- Articles of Organization
- Registered Agent (1 Year)
- Operating Agreement
- IRS EIN Tax ID Registration
C-Corp & S-Corp
Corporate Tier- Articles of Incorporation
- Custom Corporate Bylaws
- First Board Meeting Minutes
- Stock Ledger & Certificates
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Required if you operate in the Golden State
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Delaware
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Form your Washington company today
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