Is a license required for an internet business? The department will require a Washington state dealer license for an internet business that has no physical presence in this state if that business:

(1) Brings together a Washington state customer with a licensed Washington state dealer; and

(2) Receives compensation from the customer or the dealer resulting from the actual sale or lease of a vehicle; or

(3) In any event acts as a vehicle dealer as defined in existing Washington state statutes and rules.