Self-employed: Electing coverage

As a self-employed Washingtonian, you can opt in for coverage.

Use our handy calculator to determine your quarterly premium payments.

Since you’ve elected coverage, you must report your self-employment income and submit premiums on a quarterly basis.

If you drive passengers for a TNC, sometimes called a ridesharing company, you can opt in to the pilot. This means your earnings can be used to establish eligibility for taking Paid Leave benefits in the future.

An employer agent, or third-party administrator, is a business that has an agreement with one or more client companies to manage their Paid Leave related tasks.

Watch tutorial videos and find instructions to get assistance with your account.

Download the Elective Coverage Toolkit.