Participants are paid their purse after the bout by the promoter. Complaints concerning contract disputes are handled through civil remedies and not the Department.
Professional Boxing, Martial Arts and Wrestling are currently regulated by the Department of Licensing in the state of Washington. All participants and officials must obtain a license in order to engage in these sports.
All Professional Boxing, Martial Arts and Wrestling Licenses are valid for one year from date of issue.
Only the professional boxer is required to obtain a federal identification card from the state of residence. The federal identification can be obtained from your state's boxing commission or agency. The Washington Department of Licensing will issue Washington, Canadian and out of country professional boxing federal identifications.
Boxing, martial arts and wrestling promoters must complete an application, pay license fee, submit a bond and medical insurance (as applicable) to the department.
You should receive your license within 2 to 4 weeks.