City of Bellevue license
Who needs a license?
The City of Bellevue requires all businesses located within the city limits, or who conduct business within the city limits, to be licensed with the city. Approval of license goes through finance, planning, and building departments. If your business is conducted in your home, certain restrictions may apply.
Home businesses
In addition to the general registration, Bellevue requires a Home Occupation Permit for businesses that conduct any part of business from their home, or if there is any external indication of commercial activity such as nonresident employees, client visits, business deliveries or vehicle signs. For information, contact the Bellevue Department of Planning and Community Development at (425) 452-4188.
Special events
A Temporary Special Event license is required for anyone promoting a special event open to the public where 15 or more vendors are participating in selling, bartering, exchanging, or displaying goods or services. This license must be obtained directly from the City of Bellevue at (425) 452-6851.
How to apply
- File a Master Business Application online.
- OR
- Mail us the appropriate fee with the following completed forms:
Fees
| City license | Fee |
|---|---|
| Bellevue general business license | $29 |
| Ambulance | No fee |
| Cabaret | $400 |
| Adult cabaret | $700 |
| Dancehall premises | $375 |
| Pawnbroker | $100 |
| Dealer—Precious metals/gems | $100 |
| Panoram | $200 |
| Other fees that may apply | Fee |
|---|---|
| State tax registration | No fee |
| Registering your business name as trade name | $5 |
| Master Business Application fee | $15 |
Contact information
Master License Service
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034
Phone: (360) 664-1400
Email: MLS@dol.wa.gov
Fax: (360) 570-7875
Office hours
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mailing information
Please remember to enclose all necessary documents and fees with your completed application. Incomplete submissions will result in a delay in your licensure.
It is important that you contact our office, in writing, with any changes in address.
Regulatory questions
City of Bellevue
Phone: (425) 452-6851
http://www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/