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How to reach the West Virginia Secretary of State.

Direct phone number, hours, mailing and physical addresses, and the right phone for the right question. Plus the related West Virginia departments most business owners need.

Primary phone
304-558-8000
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm ET
Mailing address
Building 1, Suite 157-K, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305
Physical address
1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305
Fax
304-558-8381

The right phone for the right question

Franchise tax and corporate income tax
304-558-3333 (WV Tax Division, Corporate Tax)
Expedited filings
Standard 5-10 business days; +$25 (24-hour), +$250 (2-hour), +$500 (1-hour)
304-558-8000 (expedite via One Stop)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the phone number for the West Virginia Secretary of State?
The primary phone for the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business + Licensing Division is 304-558-8000. Office hours are Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm ET.
What are the West Virginia Secretary of State office hours?
Office hours are Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm ET. Online filings can be submitted 24/7.
What is the West Virginia Secretary of State mailing address?
Mailing address: Building 1, Suite 157-K, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305. Physical office: 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305.
How do I speak to a person at the West Virginia Secretary of State?
Call 304-558-8000 during business hours.
Does the West Virginia Secretary of State offer expedited service?
Standard 5-10 business days; +$25 (24-hour), +$250 (2-hour), +$500 (1-hour).
Can I email the West Virginia Secretary of State?
Email contact varies by department.
Can I visit the West Virginia Secretary of State office in person?
Yes, the physical office is at 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305.

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Disclosure. File.Business is a private business filing and compliance service. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business + Licensing Division or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business + Licensing Division. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business + Licensing Division as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed West Virginia attorney or CPA.

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