Portal Resources
Please note most Portal services will require you to create an account via the "Log In" button.
Only Banquet Permits, Cannabis Social Equity Registrations, and Household Moves can be made without setting up an account and logging in. For these services, please use the menu to the left of the logo to apply.
To log in and create a Portal account, you also need a Secure Access Washington (SAW) account. Many businesses and licensees already have a SAW account. If you have problems setting up your account or with SAW's single sign-on, please contact WaTech at (360) 586-1000 or Support@watech.wa.gov.
Processing Delays - Liquor and Cannabis Licenses: Issuing licenses has been slower than is typical as we use the new Portal to process applications. Due to the delays, we recommend submitting your application at least 90 days before your planned opening date.
Refunds: We have fixed a technical bug that had prevented us from issuing refunds. We will begin issuing refunds on May 19 and expect to be complete by week’s end. We will return to a weekly refund cadence going forward.
It is our goal to provide service as quickly as we can. We appreciate your patience as we get accustomed to the new system and work to fix issues that arise.
Portal status information is found here.
Find information on using the LCB Portal and how-to guides on this page.
These guides show specific tasks and workflows for some Portal processes. Most Portal processes are easy to do without a guide. If you have trouble with anything, call our Customer Service line Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at (360) 664-1776.
UBI Information - 16 Digits
When you are asked for a 16-digit UBI, what you need to enter is a combination (in this order) of your:
- UBI#
- Business ID#
- Location ID#
These three items added together total 16 digits.
If you need to find your information, it is on the Dept. of Revenue’s website, under your business account.
User Guides
Cannabis Social Equity Registration Guide
Learn how to register for the Cannabis Social Equity Program through LCB's online Portal.
Making Payments in the Portal
How to find financial information and pay fees on the Portal.
Quick Actions
Making changes to your application or license including alterations, added endorsements, and added activities.
Special Occasion Events
For one-time events that include alcohol (Special Occasion and Wine Industry Association).
Finding Your Submissions on the Portal Dashboard
Uploading and downloading files in the Portal.
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Locating Assigned Tasks on the Portal Dashboard
Finding and completing tasks in the Portal.
Packaging and Labeling Submissions
How to upload packaging and labeling images and documents in the Portal.