Washington lesson 6 of 6
The $70 annual report and ongoing compliance
Washington requires every active LLC to file an Annual Report with the Secretary of State each year to stay in good standing, separate from any tax filings with the Department of Revenue.
How the Annual Report works
The Annual Report is due by the expiration date, which is the last day of the month in which the LLC was originally formed. It can be filed up to 180 days before that date. The filing fee for a profit business entity, including an LLC, is $70, which already includes the online processing fee when filed electronically.
Missing the deadline
An LLC that does not file its Annual Report loses active status and can eventually be administratively dissolved by the Secretary of State. Reinstatement is generally possible by filing the missing reports and paying the outstanding fees, but the LLC loses the ability to transact business in good standing in the meantime.
The Secretary of State's Corporations and Charities Division has warned that it does not send text messages requesting payment. Pay only through the official Secretary of State website.
Keeping other filings current
Beyond the Annual Report, renew your Department of Revenue Business License Application on its own cycle, keep your registered agent address current with the Secretary of State, and renew any city or industry-specific licences separately.
Key takeaways
- The Annual Report costs $70 and is due by the last day of your LLC's formation anniversary month.
- You can file up to 180 days early, which gives room to plan around it.
- Missing it risks administrative dissolution, though reinstatement is generally available.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Washington Annual Report the same as the Business License renewal?
No. The Annual Report goes to the Secretary of State to keep the LLC active on the corporate register. The Business License Application is a separate registration with the Department of Revenue, renewed on its own schedule.
Can I file the Washington Annual Report early?
Yes. It can be filed up to 180 days before the expiration date, which is the last day of the LLC's anniversary month.
Official sources
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Last reviewed: September 2026 - reviewed by Gullia Filing Legal & Formation Team