(Completed name reservations will be valid for 180 days from filing)
INSTRUCTIONS – NAME RESERVATION
Please complete all sections of the Name Reservation form. USE DARK INK ONLY. For an electronic, fillable
version of this form, please visit our website at www.sos.wa.gov/corps
Expiration Date and Registration Number: If known, please provide the expiration date and/or registration
number as recorded with the Office of the Secretary of State.
Section 1
Indicate the entity name to be reserved. List alternate choices in order of preference, the first name available
will be the one reserved and will be indicated when filed.
Section 2
Indicate the entity type for the name reservation. Below are specific requirements by type:
• Limited Liability Company (LLC) – RCW 25.15.015. Name must contain the words Limited Liability Company or LLC.
• Profit Corporation – RCW 23B.04.020. Name must contain a corporate designation such as Corporation,
Incorporated, Company, Limited or an abbreviation thereof.
• Nonprofit Corporation – RCW 24.03.046. Name must not contain a corporate designation; however, designations
such as association, group, club, etc. may be used.
• Limited Partnership – RCW 25.10.061. Name must contain the words Limited Partnership or LP.
• Limited Liability Partnership – RCW 25.05.505. Name must contain the words Limited Liability Partnership or LLP.
Section 3
Provide the name address and signature of the applicant. If the reservation is for someone other than the
applicant, please provide the name and address of the client.
Additional Information:
FEES: The filing fee for standard service is $30 for most entities, $20 for Nonprofit. 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 filing 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.
Name Reservation Washington Secretary of State Revised 12/13