Short answer: File Articles of Termination (Form LLD-9) with the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business and Licensing Division for $25. No separate tax clearance certificate required; the signer self-certifies on the form that all state tax obligations have been satisfied.
We've pulled these figures from the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business and Licensing Division's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
How dissolution works in West Virginia
- Get member approval as your operating agreement requires.
- Settle debts, file final tax returns and close accounts. No separate tax clearance certificate required; the signer self-certifies on the form that all state tax obligations have been satisfied.
- File Articles of Termination (Form LLD-9) with the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business and Licensing Division and pay $25.
- Cancel your registered agent service and close your EIN account with the IRS.
How West Virginia compares
West Virginia's dissolution filing fee is $25. That's the 18th lowest of 48 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $32.5, so West Virginia comes in $7.5 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | $25 | 26 of 48 |
| Kentucky | $40 | 20 of 48 |
| North Carolina | $30 | 25 of 48 |
| Ohio | $50 | 14 of 48 |
| Virginia | $25 | 26 of 48 |
| Indiana | Varies | Not confirmed |
West Virginia fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report | $25 | annual, January 1 to June 30 |
| Articles of Termination (Form LLD-9) | $25 |
Dissolving an LLC: West Virginia questions
How do I dissolve an LLC in West Virginia?
File Articles of Termination (Form LLD-9) with the West Virginia Secretary of State, Business and Licensing Division ($25). No separate tax clearance certificate required; the signer self-certifies on the form that all state tax obligations have been satisfied.
Do I need tax clearance before dissolving in West Virginia?
No separate tax clearance certificate required; the signer self-certifies on the form that all state tax obligations have been satisfied.
What happens if I just stop filing reports instead of dissolving?
The state may administratively dissolve the LLC, but fees, penalties and tax obligations can keep piling up until then. $50 late penalty
How much does it cost to dissolve a West Virginia LLC?
$25 in state fees, plus any final report or tax amounts owed.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.