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You can search for business entities registered and operating in the state of West Virginia by using the official business search tool. It is the West Virginia Business Entity Search Tool. Read how to access the free tool below.

West Virginia business search

You can change a registered agent by informing the Secretary of State by filing an 'Application to Appoint or Change Process, Officers, and/or Addresses' form. Learn how to do this step by step.

Change West Virginia registered agent

If you are planning on starting a business in West Virginia, you should definitely consider forming an LLC. Here are the steps to follow for the start-to-finish process to form and maintain an active company.

West Virginia LLC

To grow your team in West Virginia, you can add a spouse or partner to your LLC. To do this, refer to your operating agreement and follow the procedures accordingly. Learn in detail about how to add a new member to a West Virginia LLC.

West Virginia LLC add member

LLCs formed in West Virginia need to file this report with the West Virginia Secretary of State each and every year. i.e., annually. Read about how to file this report.

West Virginia LLC Annual Report

In order to remove a member of your West Virginia LLC, you'll need to refer to your operating agreement and follow the procedures accordingly. Read the detail on how to remove a member in West Virginia.