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Washington State Golf Safety Administration

Office of Recreational Club Regulation

Service notice: Permit applications are currently being accepted online. Please review eligibility requirements before beginning an application.
Golf Club Permitting Services

Your golf club.
Your responsibility.

Washington residents may soon need to demonstrate that they are responsible enough to acquire, possess, and operate a potentially hazardous recreational club. Begin your application below.

BEGIN PERMIT APPLICATION → View requirements
Average processing time: 4–6 business bogeys. Expedited service unavailable.

Before you apply

Please have the following ready:

  • Government-issued identification
  • Proof of completion of an approved Golf Club Safety Course
  • A recent photograph showing your normal golf stance
  • Your current handicap, if applicable
  • A statement explaining your intended use of the club
  • The names of two people willing to confirm that you are “probably okay with golf”

How the process works

1. ApplyTell us what club you intend to acquire and why.
2. ReviewOur investigators carefully review your application.
3. DecideReceive a permit, a denial, or a request for a mulligan

Golf Club Permit Application

Form GOLF-001 · Please complete all required fields.

Certification
By clicking “Submit Application,” you certify that you are a responsible adult, that you understand the four rules of golf club ownership, and that you have not knowingly lied about your handicap on a scorecard.
APPLICATION RECEIVED — STATUS: PENDING

Your application has been received. Before a permit can be issued, please complete the Responsible Golf Club Ownership & Safety Examination.

Estimated review time: approximately one long weekend (10 days).

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I really need a permit to own a golf club?

Sadly, no. Despite the dangers posed by golf violence, there is no Washington State Golf Club Permit issued by this website.

Can I use this application to register my actual clubs?

No. Please do not enter real personal information. If you'd like to register your clubs, please contact your elected representative.

Why is there an “Assault Driver” option?

Because no one needs a 9 iron.

What happens if my permit is denied?

You may submit Form GOLF-002: “Request for Another Chance to Hit It Straight.”

Who runs this agency?

You do. Your participation (or lack thereof) helps shape the future of golf club regulation.