Applying for a Resident Permit

Applicants may complete an application form at one of the following law enforcement offices:

• If you live in the unincorporated area of a county you must apply in person at your sheriff’s office
• If you live in an incorporated city within the county, you may apply in person at either the city police department or sheriff’s office.
• If you are not a Washington State resident, you may apply at any local law enforcement agency in Washington.

Requirement for a Resident Permit:

• Washington Identification card with photo (e.g. WA Driver’s License). If the applicant does not have a Washington State driver’s license or identification card, then he/she must provide a proof he/she have lived in the state for the last 90 days at least.

• There’s a fee of $52.50 to the law enforcement agency that can be paid by cash, check or money order. This fee is non-refundable.

• If the applicant is in military, his/her military ID and order listing on his/her state location are required.