West Virginia LLC Reinstatement: The Exact Steps
West Virginia dissolves LLCs for failure to file annual reports by June 30 each year with the Secretary of State. The path back requires filing a reinstatement application with the correct state agency and clearing all outstanding fees.
Your business name is at risk: Once dissolved, your West Virginia business name can be claimed by another party. Every day you remain dissolved increases that risk. Act quickly.
Verify status with WV Secretary of State
Search the West Virginia Secretary of State business portal to confirm dissolution status and delinquent annual report history.
Same dayIdentify delinquent annual reports
WV annual reports are $25/year with $25/year late penalties.
1 dayConfirm your registered agent
West Virginia requires a registered agent with a physical WV address. Verify agent or appoint a new one.
1–2 daysFile Application for Reinstatement
Submit the Reinstatement Application to the WV Secretary of State with the $25 filing fee plus all delinquent annual report fees and penalties.
Filing dayWV processes in approximately 30 days
Standard processing is approximately 30 days.
~30 daysObtain Certificate of Good Standing
After approval, request a Certificate of Good Standing from the WV SOS.
After approvalCommon West Virginia Dissolution Reasons
Understanding why your LLC was dissolved helps you correct the underlying cause — which is required before reinstatement can be approved.
Delinquent Annual Reports
Annual reports are due by June 30 each year.
Registered Agent Issues
Agent resigned, moved, or address on file is invalid.
Accumulated Penalties
$25 annual report + $25/year late penalty.
Voluntary Dissolution
Members filed Articles of Dissolution intentionally.
West Virginia Reinstatement FAQ
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