Lottery retailer
A Lottery Retailer License is required for businesses selling Washington State Lottery products.
Requirements
Applicants must certify that they comply with federal, state, and agency accessibility requirements, and provide a personal and criminal history. The Lottery also requires an electronic funds transfer account to transfer Lottery sales debits and credits.
Note: The Lottery will separately charge retailers a one time $700 set-up fee, and weekly equipment and support fees. For more information, contact the Lottery at 1-800-732-5101, option 4, or (360) 753-1412.
Post your license
A license must be posted at each location where the licensee operates. You may not begin this business activity until you receive a Registrations and Licenses document listing the required license.
Forms you’ll need
Master Business Application- Authorization for Electronic Funds Transfer
- Lottery Accessibility Affidavit
- Personal/Criminal History Statement
A separate Personal/Criminal History Statement must be submitted by EACH of the following:- Sole proprietor and spouse.
- Corporate officers.
- Partners and spouses.
- Limited partners who hold more than 10% interest in the business.
- Financiers.
- Managers.
- Limited liability company members or managers.
- Stockholders that hold 10% of the issued stock.
Fees
| Specialty license | Fee |
|---|---|
| Lottery Retailer License—per location | $25 (one-time, nonrefundable) |
| Lottery set-up fee | $700 (one-time) |
| Other fees that may apply | Fee |
|---|---|
| State tax registration | No fee |
| Registering your business name as a trade name | $5 |
| Master Business Application fee | $15 |
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
Washington State Lottery
Phone: 1-800-732-5101, option 4
http://www.walottery.com