State law requires a Master Business License from the State Department of Licensing for anyone doing business in the State of
Washington. A business located in the unincorporated areas of Thurston County
(outside city limits) may require a County Business License. Businesses located
within a city’s limits (incorporated areas) may require a City Business
License. Please contact your city to find out their requirements.
The following businesses require a County
Business License from the Thurston County Auditor's Office. You can download the
application forms and the county and state statutes below. For more information,
contact the Auditor’s Licensing team at 360.786.5406. Please contact the Thurston County Permit Assistance Center at 360.786.5490 regarding permits required for the business.