Contact Information
West Virginia Secretary of State
Notary Division
1900 Kanawha Blvd. East
Building 1 Suite 157K
Charleston, WV 25305
Appointment and Commissioning
The eligibility requirements for appointment as a notary public in West Virginia require a person must:
- Be at least 18 years old;
- Be a citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States;
- Be a resident of West Virginia, or a resident of another state who works at an office address within West Virginia;
- Be able to read and write English;
- Have a high school diploma or its equivalent;
- Not be disqualified to receive a commission pursuant to West Virginia Code §39-4-21