Master Business Application

You may use the Master Business Application to:

  • open or reopen a business.
  • add a license to an existing business location.
  • open a new business location.
  • change a business location.
  • apply for a Washington State Unified Business Identifier (UBI) Number or Tax Registration Number.
  • register a trade name.
  • change a trade name.
  • change business ownership.
  • hire employees.
  • get a Minor Work Permit.
  • get some city and state licenses.
  • hire people to work in or around your home.

Online

You may submit a Master Business Application online and pay with a MasterCard or Visa credit card. (This option is not recommended for some businesses. See the list of businesses that should not file a Master Business Application online for details.)

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Technical note: Netscape 4.06 - 4.75, Netscape 6, or Internet Explorer 4.0 or later are required to use this application. You may experience technical issues when using a Macintosh computer with Internet Explorer.

Paper form

To submit a Master Business Application using the paper form:

  1. Fill out the Master Business Application completely and print it on white paper.
  2. Sign and date the application where indicated.
  3. Complete any supplemental forms that apply to your business. To find out which supplemental forms you will need, see the Business Licensing Guide.
  4. Enclose a check made payable to the Washington State Treasurer for the total amount due, including the $15 processing fee. For more information about fees, see the Adobe PDF iconLicense Fee Sheet.
  5. Take your application, supplemental forms, and fees to any business licensing office or mail them to:
    Master License Service
    Department of Licensing
    PO Box 9034
    Olympia, WA 98507-9034

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Questions?

For more information about submitting a Master Business Application, see Frequently asked questions: Business license.

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