Form a corporation in West Virginia
West Virginia charges $100 to form a corporation. We prepare your documents and file them with the West Virginia Secretary of State.
West Virginia details
- Corporation filing fee
- $100
- Expedited processing24 hours
- $25
- Corporation annual report$75 if after June 30 (incl $50 late fee)
- We confirm it for you
Filing office: West Virginia Secretary of State. Last checked October 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file. Source
Start my West Virginia corporation
$100 total with our Basic package. We're not a law firm.
Questions
How much does it cost to incorporate in West Virginia?
The state charges $100. With our Basic package, the total is $100.
LLC or corporation?
Most small businesses pick an LLC because it has fewer formalities. A corporation suits you if you plan to raise money from investors or issue shares. See the West Virginia LLC page to compare fees.
Who approves it?
The West Virginia Secretary of State. We prepare your documents, submit them there for you and send you copies of what comes back.