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Washington . Reinstatement

Reinstate your Washington business and get back in good standing.

If Washington administratively dissolved your entity, you can reinstate. Here is what is required, what it costs, and how to do it.

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When do you need to reinstate?

  • Missed annual report.
  • Unpaid franchise tax.
  • No registered agent on file.
  • No response to state correspondence.
  • Foreign entities: missed foreign qual renewals.

Washington reinstatement fees

LLC reinstatement$140 + back annual reports + $25 late fee
Corporation reinstatement$140 + back annual reports + $25 late fee
Each missed annual report$60
Late penalties$25 late fee

Washington reinstatement process

  1. 1Identify everything missed.
  2. 2Update officer + member info.
  3. 3Confirm a registered agent.
  4. 4File reinstatement with all back-fees.
  5. 5Confirmation in your Vault.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I reinstate a Washington business?
File a Reinstatement with all missed annual reports, back franchise taxes, and the $140 + back annual reports + $25 late fee fee.
How much does Washington reinstatement cost?
LLC: $140 + back annual reports + $25 late fee. Corp: $140 + back annual reports + $25 late fee.
How long does Washington reinstatement take?
Standard 5-7 business days. Expedite +$50..
Can I reinstate after admin dissolution?
Yes. After failure to file annual report within 5 months of due date, reinstatement may no longer be available.
Does reinstatement reset my formation date?
No.
Do I owe back franchise tax during dissolution?
Yes.
Can File.Business handle reinstatement?
Yes.

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Disclosure. File.Business is a private business filing and compliance service. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed Washington attorney or CPA.

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