West Virginia Business Licenses

Important Points:

• A state business license is required for most types of business in the state of West Virginia.
  • See the licensing requirements from the West Virginia Secretary of State.

How to Get a Business License in West Virginia:

• If you plan to hire at least one employee, contact Internal Revenue Service to get an Employer ID Number (EIN), and to request your w-4, SS-4, Circular E and Publication 334 forms.
• Register your business entity online at Business For West Virginia.
• Apply online for your business licenses and permits.

West Virginia State Sales Tax:

• West Virginia state sales tax is 6%.
  • Visit the State Tax Department to read more about the 3% food tax.
• There is currently no municipal sales tax in West Virginia.

Useful Links:

• Secretary of State Business Licensing, Registration & Commissioning Services
• Business For West Virginia
• State Tax Department: Tax Forms
• SBA West Virginia
• West Virginia Small Business Development Center
• Secretary of State: Start a New Business
• SCORE Counselors to America’s Small Business