Washington Secretary of State

Aug 22, 2025

Access the Washington Secretary of State here.

The Washington Secretary of State is the state agency responsible for overseeing elections, corporations, and charities in the state of Washington. They ensure compliance with state laws and regulations to maintain transparency and accountability in government and business practices.

Agency Accounts

Washington Charity Registration Account

Access your online account via Washington Secretary of State Corporations and Charities Filings System (CCFS).

The Washington Charity Registration Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Charity Registration Date : Date that your charity registration was filed in Washington.

Washington Secretary of State Registration Account

Access your online account via Washington Secretary of State Corporations and Charities Filings System (CCFS).

The Washington Secretary of State Registration Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Unified Business Identifier (UBI)
  • Registration Date : Date that your business registered with the Washington Secretary of State.

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