Limited Partnership – Certificate Washington Secretary of State Revised 07/10
INSTRUCTIONS – CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Please complete all sections of the Certificate of Limited Partnership. USE DARK INK ONLY. For an electronic, fillable
version of this form, please visit our website at www.sos.wa.gov/corps
Section 1 (or Section 1 A)
Indicate the Limited Partnership (LP) name. The Limited Partnership must contain the words Limited Partnership or the
abbreviation LP or L.P. unless otherwise addressed in RCW 25.10.020. A Limited Partnership name must be
distinguishable upon the records of the Secretary of State from any other formally organized entity registered with the
Secretary of State’s office, such as corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and limited liability
partnerships. It is advised that you contact the Secretary of State to check for name availability before filing @360-725-
0377.
Section 1 A: (LLLP designation)
A Limited Partnership may elect to become a Limited Liability Limited Partnership by indicating on section 1a. If selected,
the name must include Limited Liability Limited Partnership or LLLP or L.L.L.P. in the title. If completing Section 1 a then
the naming of a Limited Partnership is not necessary when creating a LLLP.
Section 2
Enter the address of the Limited Partnership’s principal place of business were records are maintained. A PO Box may be
used for mailing in addition to providing a required physical address (in Washington) were records are maintained.
Section 3
An effective date may be specified. The effective date can be up to 90 days AFTER the Certificate of Limited Partnership
has been filed by the Office of the Secretary of State. You may also list any other matters the general partners determine
to include therein. (attach if necessary)
Section 4
All Limited Partnerships must have a Registered Agent in Washington State. The Registered Agent may be an individual
who is a resident of Washington State, or a business entity registered with the Secretary of State’s office. The agent must
have a physical address in Washington State where they can be located. An alternative mailing address may be used in
addition to the physical address. The mailing address must also be in Washington State. The Registered Agent must
print their name and sign the consent to serve as registered agent.
Section 5
The original Certificate of Limited Partnership must be signed by all general partners named therein. In section 5 provide
the name, address, and signature for each general partner. If the General Partner is an entity, list the name and title of the
person signing on behalf of the general partner. If necessary, attach additional names, addresses, and signatures. RCW
25.10.110.
Additional Information:
UBI Number: If this entity has been issued a UBI (Unified Business Identifier) from any other state agency, please enter
that number in the box in the upper right hand corner of page 1.
FEES: The filing fee for Certificate of Limited Partnership is $180.00. If expedited service is requested, include an
additional $50.00 and write “EXPEDITE” on the outside of the envelope. Make the checks or money orders payable to
“Secretary of State”. (ALL fees are non-refundable)
Mail completed forms and payment to:
Secretary of State
Corporation Division
801 Capitol Way S
PO Box 40234
Olympia WA 98504-0234
If you have questions, need assistance or would like to provide feedback please visit the Corporations Division
website at www.sos.wa.gov/corps or call 360-725-0377.
