How to Renew a License

Out of state contractors with employees working in WV must provide proof of Workers' Compensation and Unemployment as soon as your online renewal process has been completed. This information can be sent via email to CLBoard@wv.gov or facsimile to (304) 558-5174.

Those who already possess a current contractor license may use a VISA, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express card to renew their license. To use the electronic renewal option, you will be asked to certify that you are in good standing and compliance with:

Office of the Insurance Commissioner Employer Coverage Unit (Workers Compensation)

(304) 414-0539

Secretary of State (If applicable)

(304) 558-8000

Wage Bonding (If applicable)

(304) 558-7890

Workforce West Virginia (Unemployment Compensation Division)

(304) 558-2451

Once received by the Contractor Licensing Board, the information you provide on the following pages will be processed and validated. If all your information is correct, you will receive your new license within a few days. If we are unable to process your renewal, you will be informed of the reason(s) for rejection with a list of the non-compliance(s) needing corrected. If the non-compliance(s) are not resolved within fifteen (15) days of the renewal date, a $25 fee will be assessed.

This online renewal process allows you to renew your Contractor License with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board. Upon receiving payment your information will be verified and a license issued if you are in compliance.

Note: You cannot access your license to renew until approximately forty-five (45) days before the expiration date.

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