City of Blaine license

Who needs a license?

The City of Blaine requires all businesses located within the city limits, or who conduct business within the city limits, to be licensed with the city. City approval is required for initial issuance.

Under what circumstances is a business license denied?

A license may be denied to a business if the application doesn’t meet the city’s zoning requirements.

How to apply

Fees

City license Fee
Blaine general business license $75
Blaine nonprofit business license* No fee
Other fees that may apply Fee
State tax registration No fee
Registering your business name as trade name $5
Master Business Application fee $15

*Businesses qualify for the nonprofit license if they are registered with the Office of the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation.

Contact information

Master License Service
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034

Phone: (360) 664-1400
Email: MLS@dol.wa.gov
Fax: (360) 570-7875

Office hours

Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mailing information

Please remember to enclose all necessary documents and fees with your completed application. Incomplete submissions will result in a delay in your licensure.

It is important that you contact our office, in writing, with any changes in address.

Regulatory questions

City of Blaine
344 “H” St
Blaine, WA 98230

Phone: (360) 332-8311
Fax: (360) 332-8330
www.cityofblaine.com