Washington Eviction Notice
Create a proper Washington eviction notice — pay-or-quit, cure-or-quit, or termination — and download a print-ready PDF. Free, no signup. The preview updates as you type.
Get the notice period right: Washington sets how many days’ notice you must give, and it varies by reason. Using the wrong number can void the notice. Confirm the current Washington required notice period before you serve it.
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Notice to Pay or Quit / Vacate
State of Washington
Date: __________. To: __________ ("Tenant"), and all occupants of __________ (the "Premises").
You are hereby notified that you are in violation of your tenancy for the following reason: __________ . Amount due, if applicable: $______.
You are required, within ____ days as required by Washington law, on or before__________, to cure the violation (or pay the amount due) OR to vacate and surrender the Premises. If you fail to do so, the landlord may begin eviction proceedings in court.
This notice is given under the landlord-tenant laws of the State of Washington. Nothing here waives the landlord’s rights.
Types of eviction notice
- Pay or quit — for unpaid rent: pay by the deadline or move out.
- Cure or quit — for a lease violation: fix it by the deadline or move out.
- Unconditional / termination — to end a month-to-month tenancy or for serious violations.
Washington notice period & service
The number of days and how you must deliver the notice are set by Washington law — get both right, keep proof of service, and never lock out or remove a tenant yourself. Check the current Washington eviction rules before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How many days notice do I have to give in Washington?
The required notice period is set by Washington law and depends on the reason — non-payment of rent, a lease violation, or ending a month-to-month tenancy each have their own timeline, often ranging from 3 to 30+ days. Enter the correct number for your situation and confirm it against current Washington law before serving the notice.
Is an eviction notice the same as eviction?
No. The notice is the required first step — it gives the tenant a chance to pay, fix the problem, or move out by a deadline. If they don’t, you then file an eviction (unlawful detainer) case in court. You cannot lock out or remove a tenant yourself; only a court and law enforcement can carry out an eviction.
How do I serve the notice in Washington?
States set rules for delivery — often personal delivery, leaving it with an adult at the home, and/or mailing a copy. Keep proof of how and when you served it. Improper service is a common reason eviction cases get dismissed, so follow Washington’s method carefully.
Do I need a lawyer?
Not always for the notice itself, but eviction is technical and a small mistake can restart the clock. For contested cases, commercial properties, or if the tenant has an attorney, it’s worth consulting a landlord-tenant lawyer in Washington.
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