File a West Virginia Annual Report
Declare to the state of West Virginia that your company is still conducting business by filing an annual report, which is due June 30 every calendar year. Filing this report will ensure your business remains in good standing with the West Virginia Secretary of State.
Companies conducting business in West Virginia are required to file an annual report. This report is crucial in allowing the Secretary of State’s office to keep track of the companies who are active in the state. No matter if your business is a limited liability company or a nonprofit corporation, you must submit an annual report by 11:59 PM on June 30. There is a $25 fee associated with doing so.
Companies do not have to file a report when they are first founded, but they are required to file an annual report during the next calendar year. For example, even if a company registers with the state on December 29, the state still requires them to file an annual report by the end of the day the following June 30. Failure to file an annual report could put your company at risk for administrative dissolution.
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- Experienced preparation
- Guaranteed on-time filing with the West Virginia Secretary of State’s office
- Keep your West Virginia business operating legally
- Avoid late fees and penalties
We Protect Your Privacy
Your privacy is of utmost importance to us and we go to great lengths to keep your personal information from falling into the wrong hands. As part of our promise, we:
- Monitor West Virginia state business records
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We don’t sell your information to anyone. We only provide it to government entities when required, and we keep it on file so we can help you with your future annual registration needs.
West Virginia Annual Registration Filing Fees & Instructions
Compared to other states, it is relatively inexpensive for a business to file an annual report in West Virginia. The state requires all companies, domestic and foreign, profit or nonprofit, to pay a $25 filing fee. However, where these fees tend to add up is if a company files their annual report late. Profit corporations, limited partnerships, and limited liability companies are required to pay a $50 late fee if they do not meet their deadline, while nonprofit corporations must pay a $25 late fee.
West Virginia Corporations (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: |  West Virginia Secretary of State Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston, WV 25305-0770 Phone Number: (304) 558-8000 |
| Due Date: | June 30th |
| Filing Fee: | $25 |
| Penalty: | $100 late fee. State may administratively dissolve/revoke business if it remains delinquent. |
| Filing Method: | Online or Mail |
| Forms: | West Virginia Secretary of State – Business and Licensing Division: Annual Report Form |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required. |
West Virginia Limited Liability Companies (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | West Virginia Secretary of State Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston, WV 25305-0770 Phone Number: (304) 558-8000 |
| Due Date: | June 30th |
| Filing Fee: | $25 |
| Penalty: | $100 late fee. State may administratively dissolve/revoke business if it remains delinquent. |
| Filing Method: | Online or Mail |
| Forms: | West Virginia Secretary of State – Business and Licensing Division: Annual Report Form |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required. |
West Virginia Nonprofit Corporations (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | West Virginia Secretary of State Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston, WV 25305-0770 Phone Number: (304) 558-8000 |
| Due Date: | June 30th |
| Filing Fee: | $25 |
| Penalty: | $25 late fee. Administrative dissolution or revocation notice may be mailed for companies that fail to file. |
| Filing Method: | Online or Mail |
| Forms: | West Virginia Secretary of State – Business and Licensing Division: Annual Report Form |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required. |
West Virginia Limited Partnerships (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | West Virginia Secretary of State Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston, WV 25305-0770 Phone Number: (304) 558-8000 |
| Due Date: | June 30th |
| Filing Fee: | $25 |
| Penalty: | $100 late fee. State may administratively dissolve/revoke business if it remains delinquent. |
| Filing Method: | Online or Mail |
| Forms: | West Virginia Secretary of State – Business and Licensing Division: Annual Report Form |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required. |
West Virginia Limited Liability Partnerships (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | West Virginia Secretary of State Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston, WV 25305-0770 Phone Number: (304) 558-8000 |
| Due Date: | June 30th |
| Filing Fee: | $500 |
| Penalty: | $100 late fee. State may administratively dissolve/revoke business if it remains delinquent. |
| Filing Method: | Online or Mail |
| Forms: | West Virginia Secretary of State – Business and Licensing Division: Annual Notice |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required. |
West Virginia Limited Liability Limited Partnerships (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | West Virginia Secretary of State Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston, WV 25305-0770 Phone Number: (304) 558-8000 |
| Due Date: | Not Required |
| Filing Fee: | Not Required |
| Penalty: | Not Required |
| Filing Method: | Not Required |
| Forms: | Not Required |
| Important Information: | Not Required |
How to File Your West Virginia Secretary of State Annual Report
To file your West Virginia Annual Report, follow the instructions that will be included in the postcard reminder sent to your registered agent. You can also log onto the Secretary of State’s website and log in using your company ID. Once you access the page you can complete the form online and submit it via the internet along with your payment. You can also download and print out the form, then mail it in — however, the state has been discussing the possibility of moving to an electronic only filing system. Regardless of how you file, you’ll need to submit the filing fee along with the forms.
To simplify the entire process, you can let our team file for you. This removes your burden, and we’ll take care of the filing for you so you can focus on other aspects of your business and still rest easy knowing that you’re fully compliant with all West Virginia reporting requirements.
Our West Virginia Annual Report Service
We offer secure, professional West Virginia annual report preparation and filing services. Hire us, and you’ll never need to worry about missing an annual report deadline or paying a late fee. We’ll make sure your business is in good legal standing with the West Virginia Secretary of State’s office so you don’t face the threat of administrative dissolution.
West Virginia Annual Report Filing Service Benefits
Our annual report filing services can benefit you in the following ways:
- Hassle-free annual compliance with West Virginia’s rules and regulations
- No missed deadlines or late penalties
- Professionally prepared and submitted filing service
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West Virginia Annual Report FAQS
How Much Is the Filing Fee for the Annual Report in West Virginia?
The filing fee is the same for almost all businesses operating in West Virginia — a flat $25. However, charities will pay between $15 and $50, depending upon their contributions each year.
When Is the Deadline to File the Report?
The West Virginia Secretary of State’s filing deadline for the annual report is June 30 of each year. Failure to file by this date will lead to noncompliance and could eventually lead to revocation of your right to do business in the state.
Is There a Late Penalty?
Yes. West Virginia assigns a penalty of $100 to annual reports that are not filed on time. Any filings made after the due date of June 30 will be charged this penalty. Additionally, continued delinquency could lead to your company being dissolved.
Do New West Virginia Businesses Have to File Any Initial Reports with the State?
While there are technically no initial reporting requirements, you will be required to submit a report by June 30th of the following year. Even if you form your business in December, you’ll have to submit a report by the end of the following June.
Who Is Allowed to File the West Virginia Annual Report?
Anyone with authority to do so is allowed to file an annual report with West Virginia on behalf of the company.
West Virginia Business Resources
West Virginia Office of Secretary of State
Phone:
(304) 558-8000
Address:
West Virginia Secretary of State
Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East
Charleston, WV 25305-0770
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