Washington Company Register

Description:

Certainly, if you want to register a company in Washington State, USA, here are some key steps and information you need to know:

1. Determine the type of company: In Washington State, you can choose to register various types of companies, such as Limited Liability Companies (LLC), S corporations, C corporations, partnerships, etc. Each type of company has different tax benefits and liability limitations.
2. Selection and registration of the company name: You need to choose a unique name for your company and ensure that the name is not used by other companies in Washington State. This can be done through the official website of the Washington State Department of Commerce for name search and reservation.
3. Registered Agent: Washington State requires all registered companies to have a registered agent (also known as a statutory agent) who is responsible for receiving and handling legal documents. The registered agent can be an individual or a company and must have a physical address in Washington State.
4. Submission of formation documents: Depending on your company type, you may need to submit the “Articles of Incorporation” (for corporations) or “Certificate of Formation” (for LLCs) online or by mail. These documents must include basic information about the company, such as the company name, registered agent information, shareholder structure, etc.
5. Payment of fees: There are certain fees associated with registering a company, which vary depending on the type of company and the registration method (online or by mail).
6. State and local licenses: Depending on your type of business and location, you may also need to apply for specific state or local licenses or permits.
7. Tax registration: After registering the company, you may need to register for a federal Employer Identification Number (EIN), as well as possible state and local tax numbers, to handle various tax issues.
8. Annual report: Washington State requires companies to submit an annual report every year, update the company’s information, and pay the corresponding annual fee.

Important Notes:

• All corporate registration services include the EIN application, with no additional fees required.
• EIN tax number application for C Corporations is available separately for a fee of $100.00.
• C Corporation Registration: Standard share capital of 20,000 shares.
• C Corporation Annual Review: Annual review with a late fee starting at USD $25, effective from 10/1/2023, with a $10 increase in the government fee for annual reviews in Washington State; proxy can be changed during the review.
• LLC Annual Review: From 10/1/2023, there is a $10 increase in the government fee for annual reviews in Washington State; proxy can be changed during the review.
• Change of Registered Agent, Address, Directors: If close to the annual review date, changes can be made during the review, and only the annual review fee is required.

Additional Services (please contact customer service):

1. Restoration: Starting at $425.00 (submit the restoration form after settling all owed taxes and annual review penalties; if delinquent due to overdue annual reviews, just settle the overdue reviews and penalties)
2. Dissolution: $300.00 + tax filing service fee (includes a $100 fee for a Tax Clearance Certificate required before dissolution)

(For any questions, please contact our customer service at [email protected]. Our staff are always ready to assist you.)