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How to Restore Your Washington License After a No-Insurance Suspension
The short answer
These are the steps the Washington agency lists to restore a license after a suspension for no insurance. The state's reinstatement fee is $75. Whether an SR-22 is also required depends on your case.
The steps below are the ones the state lists for a suspension after a crash without insurance.
Steps listed by the Washington agency
- Give DOL proof the driver or vehicle was insured at the time of the collision, a signed release, a written settlement agreement, or proof that security was deposited
- If you deposit security, also file proof of future financial responsibility, usually an SR-22 Insurance Certificate
- Have your insurer submit the SR-22 through the DOL online portal or by fax to 360-570-7825
- Pay the $75 license reissue fee
Go to the state agency's website
Check your status first
Check your license status or reinstatement requirements on the state's own website before you pay anything.
Need to drive to work while suspended? The state offers a Occupational/Restricted Driver License (ORL); Ignition Interlock Driver License (IIL). Many states limit these licenses to certain suspensions, such as DUI cases, so check that it covers yours.