Washington Annual Report Filing
In Washington State, every corporation, nonprofit, LLC, PLLC, LP, LLP, and LLLP is required to file an Annual Report each year. Stay compliant and avoid state penalties with our professional renewal service.
Washington Filing
Annual Renewal Service
*State fee varies by entity type. Nonprofits may pay $20-$60.
- 90-day advance reminder
- Complete filing handled for you
- Privacy protection included
- Add or cancel anytime
Washington Annual Report Fees
Fees vary by business type. All Washington businesses must file by the last day of the month in which they were originally formed or registered.
Late Fee Warning: Washington charges most business entities a $25 penalty fee for failing to file an annual report. Nonprofits are not assessed a late fee. Continued non-compliance may result in administrative dissolution or revocation.
How to File Your Washington Annual Report
Follow these steps to successfully file your Washington Annual Report with the Secretary of State.
Determine Due Date & Fees
Check your business anniversary month and confirm the filing fee for your entity type.
Gather Required Information
Business name, UBI number, address, officer/member details, and registered agent info.
Complete the Report
File online through Washington CCFS system or request a paper form by mail.
Pay Filing Fee
Submit payment via credit card online. Paper filings require check or money order.
Required Information
- Business name
- Washington UBI number
- Business address, phone number, and email
- Officer/director, member/manager, or partner information
- Registered agent name and address
- Brief statement of purpose
- Controlling interest information (real property ownership, stock transfers)
- Signature of person filing the report
Filing Options
Online Filing (Recommended)
File through the Washington CCFS system. You can log into an existing account, create a new one, or use Express Annual Report without login. Processed immediately.
Paper Filing
Contact the Secretary of State's office to request a paper form by mail. Takes approximately two weeks to process.
Express Filing Available
Washington offers Express Annual Report filing - no account login required for quick submissions with or without changes.
How Our Washington Renewal Service Works
Trust our elite renewal service to keep your business compliant and in good standing, so you never worry about costly late fees or administrative dissolution.
Never Miss a Deadline
We send reminders 90 days before your due date and handle everything on time.
Privacy Protected
We list our contact information instead of yours on public records.
Secure Filing
We use our IP address and payment info, protecting your digital footprint.
Expert Support
Our team handles all the paperwork so you can focus on your business.
Privacy Protection Included
Washington Annual Reports are public record. Our Renewal Service is designed to protect your privacy:
- We list our contact information instead of yours
- Only minimum required information included
- We use our IP address to limit digital tracking
- Our payment info used, not yours
Washington Annual Report Questions
Does Washington require initial reports?
Yes! All Washington corporations and LLCs must file an initial report within 120 days after registering with the state. These can be filed online or by paper and have a $10 filing fee. When you hire BB File to form your Washington business, we'll file your initial report for you.
What happens if I forget to file my Washington Annual Report?
The Washington Secretary of State will charge most businesses a $25 penalty fee for failing to file an annual report. Nonprofits will not be assessed a late fee. In addition, your business may be administratively dissolved or revoked.
How long does Washington Annual Report processing take?
Online filings will be processed immediately. Mailed filings will take about two weeks to be processed.
Who can file a Washington Annual Report?
Your annual report can be submitted by an officer, member, or someone outside the business who's hired to file on your behalf. When you hire BB File, we'll complete and file your Washington Annual Report so you won't miss a due date or incur any penalties.
Do Washington Annual Reports need original signatures?
No, Washington Annual Reports can be submitted with electronic signatures, making online filing quick and convenient.
How do I file online in Washington?
Go to the Washington CCFS (Corporation and Charities Filing System) website. You can log into an existing account, create a new account, or use the Express Annual Report option which doesn't require login for quick filing.
Washington Secretary of State
Corporations Division
Dolliver Building
801 Capitol Way South
Olympia, WA 98501
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