West Virginia Engineering Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in West Virginia.
This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in West Virginia for individuals and firms. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
West Virginia Engineering Company Licenses
West Virginia Certificate of Authorization (Engineering)
Initial Registration
This section applies to engineering firms that are applying for a license in West Virginia for the first time. If you already have a license and are looking to renew it, please see the renewal section.
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Agency Fee: | $0 for Sole Proprietorship, $100 for firms with 3 or fewer PEs, or $150 for firms with more than 3 PEs. |
Turnaround: | Applications are typically processed within 1-3 business days. Applicants will be notified by US mail. The total turnaround time to receive the approved certificate is usually 5-7 business days. |
Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
This section applies to engineering firms that are already licensed in West Virginia and need to renew their license.
Form: | Forms are sent in the mail. |
Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $0 for Sole Proprietorship, $100 for firms with 3 or fewer PE's, or $500 for firms with more than 3 |
Due: | By December 31 of odd-numbered years. |
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Amendment
Address Change
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Agency Fee: | $0 |
Notes: | Firms can report a change in their address online. |
Amendment
Name Change or Engineer-in-Charge Change
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Agency Fee: | $0 |
Due: | Within 30 days of the effective date of the change. |
Notes: | The Certificate of Authorization form can be used to :
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Reinstatement
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Agency Fee: | $0 for Sole Proprietor with no employees; $200 for Firm with 3 or fewer PE's; $700 for Firm with 4 or more PE's |
West Virginia Certificate of Authorization (Land Surveying)
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
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Exception: If the firm’s name includes the word “Survey” or any version of that word, then a Certificate of Authorization must be applied for and granted from the Board of Engineers before submitting an application for registration with the WV Secretary of State. |
Registration Renewal
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $100 |
Due: | Annually by December 31. |
West Virginia Geology Firm License
Not required
Geoscience Firm licensure is not required on the State level in West Virginia.
Individual Licenses
West Virginia Individual Engineering Licenses
West Virginia Geologist License
Not required
Professional Geoscientist licensure is not required on the State level in West Virginia.
West Virginia Professional Engineer License
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $72 |
Law: | WV Laws, Rules and Regulations for the engineering profession |
Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarization Required?: | Required |
Notes: | The WV State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers will only accept application forms that print out exactly as the ones provided on this site. If the forms do not print out on your printer exactly as they appear on the screen, contact the WV Board office to request hard copies be sent to you through postal mail. |
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Reciprocal Registration
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Agency Fee: | $135 |
Notarization Required?: | Required |
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Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $63 |
Due: | By December 31 of even-numbered years. |
Learn about engineering licensing in other states:
Design Firm - Engineering firm registration is sometimes grouped with architecture and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.
EI (Engineering Intern) - A term also used to describe an Engineer in Training.
EIT (Engineer in Training) - A professional designation granted upon having completed at least 3 years of school at an ABET-accredited university and having passed the FE exam.
FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) - An exam testing on basic engineering principles that is required to become an engineer in training.
PE (Professional Engineer or 'Principles and Practice in Engineering') - Means either Professional Engineer or refers to the Principles and Practice in Engineering exam that is a prerequisite for an engineering license.
Reciprocity - When a licensed engineer in one state can provide documentation (often an NCEES Record) to more easily apply for a license in another jurisdiction.
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Accrediting board that sets standards for university programs in a variety of applied science disciplines.
American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)
Engineering, architecture, and land surveying advocacy group.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Organization that provides continuing education, professional conferences, and advocacy efforts to the civil engineering community.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Mechanical engineering organization that focuses on education and professional development.
Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)
Reviews accreditation requirements and makes final decisions regarding the accreditation process.
National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES)
Develops, administers, and scores the exams used for engineering licenses.
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)
NSPE is an advocacy group for professional engineers.