Business: West Virginia - West Virginia

West Virginia is full of opportunity for any business with a growing economy and a highly dedicated workforce. Whether you are running an existing business or thinking of starting a new business you can find all of the information you need throughout this business section.

Business Resources

Business Licensing in Counties & Cities
http://www.wvsos.com/business/licensing/countycity.htm
Depending on the specific city or county your business is located in may require that you obtain a business license in order to comply with local government business laws and regulations. This website provides additional information related to city and county business licensing to assist you with setting up your business.

Business Startup Guide and Forms
http://www.state.wv.us/taxrev/uploads/busapp.pdf
This booklet is designed to simplify the process of starting a business in West Virginia. Getting your business off to a good start depends on you. If you read this information carefully, take each step in order and complete forms accurately, the process will be fast and easy. Don't forget you can also register your business online at www.business4wv.com.

Customer Service Referral Help Line
http://www.wvsos.com/service/referralhelpline.htm
Tired of wading through answering machine selections? Having trouble finding your way around government to get the help you need? The Secretary of State would like to help you locate the person in West Virginia state or local government who has the answer to your question.

Department of Agriculture
http://www.wvagriculture.org/
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture protects plant, animal and human health through a variety of scientific, regulatory and consumer protection programs, as mandated by state law. The Commissioner of Agriculture is one of six statewide elected officials in West Virginia.

Home to WV
http://www.wvopenforbusiness.com/hometowv/index.aspx
West Virginia has the economic diversity and the opportunity for a better life you're seeking. There has never been a better time to call West Virginia home. This Web site is meant to be your first step home.

Licensing/Permitting Guide
http://www.wvsos.com/business/licensing/checklicensing.htm
If your profession or the specific work you do is regulated to protect West Virginia's citizens or resources, additional licenses, permits or special registrations may be required before you begin business operations. The resources available from this page should help you locate the additional state requirements for your business work although this site cannot guarantee that every requirement is listed here.

Purchasing Bulletin
http://www.state.wv.us/admin/purchase/newbul.htm
This bulletin is available to Vendors registered with the State and contains information on purchasing requirements in excess of $25,000. It is published on a weekly basis.

The State Dollar Television Program
http://www.wvsao.gov/communications/statedollar/statedollar.aspx
The "State Dollar" is a television program written and developed by the West Virginia State Auditor's Office, produced by the West Virginia Library Commission and distributed by the Library Television Network. The program is designed to educate the public about the duties and functions of the Auditor's Office, its divisions and their interactions with other agencies. Each episode includes exclusive interviews with various federal, state and local leaders on current news and events affecting West Virginians.

Vendor Resource Center
http://www.state.wv.us/admin/purchase/vrc/default.htm
The Purchasing Division has assembled a collection of reference material for vendors who want to do business with the State of West Virginia.

WV Open For Business
http://www.wvopenforbusiness.com/index.aspx
Learn how West Virginia's open-for-business philosophy will make a difference for your businessâ€™s bottom line.