West Virginia Secretary of State

Aug 25, 2026

Access the West Virginia Secretary of State here.

The West Virginia Secretary of State is the state agency responsible for overseeing elections, business registrations, and various other official functions within the state. They work to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations to maintain transparency and integrity in government operations.

Agency Accounts

West Virginia Secretary of State Registration Account

Access your online account via West Virginia MyTaxes.

The West Virginia Secretary of State Registration Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Registration Date : Date that your business registered with the West Virginia Secretary of State.
  • Organization Number

West Virginia Charity Registration Account

The West Virginia Charity Registration Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Charitable Organization Registration Date : Date that your Charitable Organization Registration was filed in West Virginia.

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the West Virginia Secretary of State:

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