Washington Business Entity Search
Washington’s business register is kept by the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division. Here is its official search and how to use it.
We don’t search Washington’s registry yet
To find a Washington LLC or corporation, use the official search — it’s the authoritative record.
Open the official Washington searchWashington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division · ccfs.sos.wa.gov
How to search it
- Open the official search and choose a search by business or entity name.
- Type a distinctive part of the name; leave out “LLC” or “Inc.” if nothing comes up.
- Open the matching record to see its status, filing history and registered agent, as far as the state publishes them.
You can still check companies on USACIP
USACIP searches companies registered with the SEC, nonprofits in IRS data, federal records, and the state registries we already cover.
The official Washington record
- Registry
- Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division
- Official search
- ccfs.sos.wa.gov
State business searches generally show a company’s legal name, entity type, status, formation date and registered agent; some also list officers or managers. Exactly what Washington publishes is on its official record.
Choosing a name for a new Washington LLC?
See which similar names are already registered before you file.
Business name search →FAQ
How do I look up a business in Washington?
Use the official business search of the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division: https://ccfs.sos.wa.gov/#/BusinessSearch.
Does USACIP search Washington companies?
Not Washington’s registry yet. USACIP can still find companies through SEC filings, IRS nonprofit data and federal records. For Washington filings, use the official Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division search.
How do I check if a business name is available in Washington?
Search the name on the official Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division site first: a name already on file there is a sign it may be taken. The state makes the final decision when you file or reserve the name.
State facts on this page were checked on the official sources linked above on October 7, 2026. USACIP is not affiliated with the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division.
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