Different types of businesses need different types of licenses. It can get pretty complicated, so Washington State has created an online tool that will help you create a personalized Business Licensing Wizard based on your answers to a few questions. Click this image or the link below. Then, look in the blue box on the right side of the page for a link to enter the highly secure Business Licensing Wizard.

By entering a few details, you can get a customized checklist to help you start your business. The checklist includes:

• A list of license endorsements you’ll need
• Contact information for state and local agencies
• Forms to start your business
• A reference code to use on your Business License Application

To give it a try, click here… then look for a link to their Business Licensing Wizard.