Business Formation in West Virginia
LLC & Corporation formation in West Virginia.
West Virginia formation requirements, filing fees, registered agent rules, and ongoing compliance — for both LLCs and corporations, on one page.
Formation Overview
LLC Formation in West Virginia
West Virginia LLCs file Articles of Organization and an annual report.
Corporation Formation in West Virginia
West Virginia corporations file Articles of Incorporation and an annual report.
Key Filing Requirements
- Filing agency
- West Virginia Secretary of State
- LLC formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Corporation formation document
- Articles of Incorporation
- LLC state filing fee
- $100
- Corporation state filing fee
- $50
- Annual / periodic report
- West Virginia requires an annual report.
- Annual report fee
- $25
- Registered agent requirement
- A registered agent with a physical West Virginia address is required.
- Official state source
- Official Agency Website
Ongoing Compliance
File the annual report and maintain a registered agent.
LLC Management
Member- or manager-managed per the operating agreement.
Corporation Directors & Officers
At least one director and officer required.
Foreign Qualification
Foreign entities may obtain a Certificate of Authority in West Virginia.
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West Virginia Formation
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Initial formation is $495 plus West Virginia state filing fees. Ongoing maintenance through Nationwide begins the following year at $495 plus applicable state fees. Call 1-888-498-5402.