Washington requires LLCs to file an annual report with the Washington Secretary of State (SOS). You can file your annual report online using the Washington Corporations and Charities Filing System.
Purpose: Certificate of Formation for a Limited Liability Company governed by RCW 25.15 is used to create a new business entity that has not previously been registered with the Office of the Secretary of State; or is beyond its five (5) year reinstatement period.
How to get a Washington State LLC in 9 steps Name your Washington LLC. Choose your registered agent. Prepare and file a certificate of formation. Obtain a Washington business license. File an initial report. Receive a certificate from the state. Create an operating agreement.
Mail filings: In total, mail filing approvals for Washington LLCs take 7-8 weeks. This accounts for the 5-6 week processing time (25-30 business days), plus the time your documents are in the mail. Online filings: In total, online filing approvals for Washington LLCs take 2-3 weeks (12-14 business days).