Export Resources

Starting your Business in Washington

• Find out what you need to do to start a business in Washington State.

Small Business Development Centers of Washington

• Get help setting up your business and developing a business plan.

Export Readiness Assessment

• In addition to the assessment, this online tool also provides useful tips for whatever stage of export-readiness your company is in.

Export Process Guide

• An online export roadmap from the Small Business Development Centers of Washington.

Basic Guide to Exporting

• Includes wide-ranging import and export topics, as well as low-cost training options from the U.S.  Department of Commerce.

Free Online Export Training

• Free export webinars from the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Small Business Administration:

International Logistics

• What is a Freight Forwarder?
• Find Freight Forwarders in Washington

Financial Counseling for Exporters

• Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington (EFACW)
• Export Import Bank of the United States
• Small Business Administration

International Legal Assistance and Contracting

• International Practice Section of the Washington State Bar Association

Washington State Office of Minority & Women’s Business Enterprises

Offers a variety of resources for small businesses in Washington State.