Sales tax now applies to some services

Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.

Commercial fishing

This publication is a guide to help those engaged in commercial fishing operations understand Washington taxes and how they apply to the industry. This guide applies only to commercial fishing operations.

For related guides, please see fishing charters and guided hunting and fishing trips

Updated October 2024


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