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West Virginia LLC formation
Start your West Virginia LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC usually prepares and files your West Virginia Articles of Organization with the West Virginia Secretary of State within one business hour of a complete order (Monday to Thursday 9 AM to 5 PM and Friday 9 AM to 12 PM Eastern; orders placed after hours are usually filed by 10 AM the next business day). You pay our $99 service fee plus West Virginia's $101 state filing fee and $250 2-hour (same-day) expedited filing fee, both passed through at cost, so your total is $450. An EIN from the IRS and an operating agreement are included.
- State fee at cost, shown up front
- EIN included
- Documents by email
At a glance
West Virginia LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. West Virginia files every order with the state rush, so approval is expected within 2 hours (same day). Every West Virginia order is filed with the state's rush service: 2-hour (same day) +$250. It's the state's own fee, passed through at cost with no service fee from us. Why rush is included: HourLLC files every West Virginia order with the state's 2 Hour expedited service instead of the standard queue (West Virginia Secretary of State: fee schedule).
- State filing fee (paid to the state at cost)
- $101
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Includes West Virginia 2-hour (same-day) expedited filing (+$250 state rush fee)
- +$250
- Your total
- $450
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- State approval (rush included)
- Within 2 hours (same day)
- Filing office
- West Virginia Secretary of State
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $15
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- $10
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by West Virginia. We confirm your exact state fee before we file. Certified copies and Good Standing certificates are optional; the required West Virginia rush fee is charged at checkout at the state's cost. No service fee on any of them.
Official West Virginia fee source: official state fee page. Fees checked October 23, 2026; the price at checkout is what the state charges us, including any card or portal fee it adds.
How it works
Forming an LLC in West Virginia with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your West Virginia LLC name must include an LLC designator such as "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company" and must not already be taken. We check availability before filing; give us a backup name on the form in case your first choice is taken.
- Fill out a 3 minute form. Members, a West Virginia registered agent, and your business address. West Virginia filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus West Virginia's state fee and required rush fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the West Virginia Secretary of State. When West Virginia approves it, we email your filing receipt and stamped Articles of Organization as PDFs and keep them in Documents at My account. Then we get your EIN.
After your West Virginia LLC is approved
West Virginia LLCs file an annual report with the Secretary of State between January 1 and June 30 each year, with a $25 fee.
Your EIN is included: we apply to the IRS for it together with your state filing, so you can open a business bank account and file taxes under the LLC.
Almost every state requires a registered agent with a street address in the state who accepts official mail and legal papers during business hours. You can be your own registered agent if you have a West Virginia address, or use a commercial registered agent.
What every HourLLC order includes
- Name availability check before filing
- Articles of Organization usually filed with the state within 1 business hour
- EIN from the IRS (federal tax ID)
- Free operating agreement
- Filing receipt and stamped, approved Articles of Organization, emailed as PDFs
- Annual report reminders, free with every LLC
Choosing a West Virginia LLC formation service
Compare the all-in price, not the starting price. Ask each service: is the EIN included, is an operating agreement included, when exactly do you file, and what renews every year? With HourLLC the answer is one price ($99 plus West Virginia's fee at cost), EIN and operating agreement included, usually filed within 1 business hour, and no yearly fee for the LLC itself. See a side by side comparison.
Yearly cost after your West Virginia LLC is formed
West Virginia LLCs file an annual report with the Secretary of State between January 1 and June 30 each year, with a $25 fee. We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
West Virginia LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Agent for service of process · EIN · Cost breakdown · Other rules
West Virginia LLC name rules
A West Virginia LLC name must include “limited liability company”, “limited company”, “L.L.C.”, “LLC”, “L.C.” or “LC”. It also has to be different from names already on file with the state.
You can reserve a name before you file for $15 (good for 120 days). Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
West Virginia agent for service of process
An LLC may maintain an office in West Virginia and an agent for service of process; the agent must be an individual West Virginia resident, a domestic corporation, another LLC, or a foreign corporation or company authorized to do business in the state (W. Va. Code § 31B-1-108).
On our order form you name your agent for service of process and their West Virginia street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in West Virginia, or a commercial agent for service of process service.
Getting an EIN for your West Virginia LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from West Virginia, and the IRS does not charge for it. You need it to open a business bank account, hire employees and file business taxes. Every HourLLC order includes it: we prepare and submit the EIN application together with your state filing and send you the IRS confirmation letter.
If your LLC will sell taxable goods or services or hire employees, you may also need to register for West Virginia state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
West Virginia LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $101 |
|---|---|
| Required state rush fee (West Virginia 2-hour (same-day) expedited filing) | $250 |
| Yearly report or tax (by June 30) | $25 |
| Name reservation (optional) | $15 |
| Agent for service of process | $0 if you serve yourself; a commercial service charges its own yearly fee |
Add our $99 service fee once, at formation. There is no yearly HourLLC fee for the LLC itself.
Other West Virginia rules to know
Since July 1, 2026, a West Virginia LLC can choose biennial reporting ($50 every two years) instead of the $25 annual report.
Checked on official West Virginia sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, registered agent, name reservation, annual report. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
West Virginia LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in West Virginia?
West Virginia charges a $101 state filing fee for a new LLC, and every West Virginia order includes its 2-hour (same-day) expedited filing (+$250 state rush fee). HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $450. That includes your EIN and an operating agreement. The state fee is passed through at cost and shown before you pay.
How long does it take to get an LLC in West Virginia?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the West Virginia Secretary of State. With the required state rush, approval is expected within 2 hours (same day). Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my West Virginia LLC?
Every West Virginia order is filed with the state's rush service: 2-hour (same day) +$250. It's the state's own fee, passed through at cost with no service fee from us.
Does a West Virginia LLC have to file an annual report?
West Virginia LLCs file an annual report with the Secretary of State between January 1 and June 30 each year, with a $25 fee. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
What is the West Virginia formation document called?
In West Virginia the document that creates your LLC is the Articles of Organization, filed with the West Virginia Secretary of State. We prepare it from your order, file it, and email you the stamped, approved copy as a PDF.
Do I need a registered agent in West Virginia?
Yes, like almost every state, West Virginia requires a registered agent with a street address in the state who can accept official mail and legal papers during business hours. You can be your own registered agent if you have a West Virginia address, or use a commercial registered agent and give us that address when you order.
Is the EIN really included?
Yes. The IRS issues EINs for free, and we prepare and submit the application for you together with your state filing, at no extra charge. You will usually need the EIN to open a business bank account or hire employees.
What does a West Virginia LLC name need to include?
A West Virginia LLC name must include "limited liability company", "limited company", "L.L.C.", "LLC", "L.C." or "LC", and it has to be different from names already on file with the state.
Who can be a agent for service of process in West Virginia?
An LLC may maintain an office in West Virginia and an agent for service of process; the agent must be an individual West Virginia resident, a domestic corporation, another LLC, or a foreign corporation or company authorized to do business in the state (W. Va. Code § 31B-1-108).
How do I get an EIN for my West Virginia LLC?
An EIN is a free federal tax ID from the IRS. Every HourLLC order includes it: we prepare and submit the EIN application together with your West Virginia state filing and send you the IRS confirmation letter.
Other states
Forming an LLC somewhere else?
We file in all 50 states and DC at the same $99 service fee. Each state sets its own filing fee and speed.
Nearby states
Sources checked October 2026: West Virginia filing requirements