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Export Assistance – Washington State Department of Commerce Divisions Divisions Economic Development Housing Division Community Services Energy Division Local Government Programs Funding Current Opportunities Contractor Portal News Media Archive About About Executive Leadership Legislative Resources Standards and Policies Jobs at Commerce Contact Languages English Español ( Spanish ) العربية ( Arabic ) 简体中文 ( Chinese (Simplified) ) 繁體中文 ( Chinese (Traditional) ) 한국어 ( Korean ) ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ( Punjabi ) Русский ( Russian ) Soomaali ( Somali ) Українська ( Ukrainian ) Tiếng Việt ( Vietnamese ) 日本語 ( Japanese ) Skip to main content Export Assistance Tariff Information and Resource Guide An outline of recent and proposed tariff actions, resources for mitigating or minimizing tariff exposure, and relevant state and federal resources that can assist businesses as they adapt their operations. Learn More Washington State is one of the country’s major export hubs, exporting nearly $80 billion in goods annually. The Department of Commerce offers businesses an experienced trade team that provides a range of support services, including advocacy, consulting, risk mitigation, market research, trade missions and trade show support, business matchmaking and custom programs, all designed to help Washington companies open doors to trade overseas and increase sales. The Export Assistance Team within Commerce’s Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness has helped businesses statewide expand into trade or increase their exports and sales overseas. Since 2011, the OEDC has assisted 5,296 small businesses, generating an additional $705.5 million in additional sales to international customers. Programs STEP Export Voucher Program The Washington State Department of Commerce STEP Export Voucher program awards cash reimbursements for small businesses to help offset expenses of expanding international sales. Eligible […] Build My Export Plan The first step to successfully exporting is to develop a written plan. The process of thinking through the important questions highlighted below can help you […] Industry Trade Shows Trade shows expand your business Gain exposure to new global markets. Washington State competes with the other 49 states in the U.S. for new business […] International Trade Missions Trade missions are a critical tool for marketing the state. As much as technology has changed the way business is conducted, many cultures still require […] Services Advocacy: If you run into any roadblocks with your exports, our trade experts can help you convey the importance of exporting and international trade and help you overcome any obstacles along the way, such as problems with shipping documentation, customs, logistics, visas, etc. Consulting: We can help you create an exporting plan, clarify international trade law issues, find an interpreter, and introduce you to foreign representatives and buyers to generate new international sales.