How to start an LLC in West Virginia

The cost

State fees only. Each part is labeled.

Filing fee$100

Paid to the state when you file. Source

State cost at filing$100

The annual report follows the year after registration. See what you owe each year.

Filing fee$100

State cost at filing$100

Registered agent fees are not included.

Form, office and method, from the official instructions.

Form: Form LLD-1, Articles of Organization
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Filing office: West Virginia Secretary of State
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Veteran owned fee waiver: The $100 filing fee is waived for a veteran owned organization.
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Faster filing: 24 hour expedite service adds $25.
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Due dates and amounts after the LLC is formed.

Every yearJan 1 to Jun 30

Filed each year after the calendar year the LLC was registered. The fee is $25.

Every figure on this page comes from these official pages.

Secretary of State, Form LLD-1https://sos.wv.gov/sites/default/files/2026-07/lld-1_0.pdf
Secretary of State, expedite servicehttps://sos.wv.gov/business/general-information/expedite-service
Secretary of State, annual reportshttps://sos.wv.gov/business/updates-and-changes/annual-reports