Direct answer
The responsible authority is West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board. Use the verified contact details and task-specific official links on this page.
West Virginia source-reviewed jurisdiction snapshot
| Item | Reviewed detail |
|---|---|
| Authority | West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board |
| Public verification | West Virginia official license verification |
| Renewal cycle | RN/APRN Board cycle; LPN annual cycle |
| Renewal deadline | 2026 RN/APRN: May 1–June 30. LPN generally March 1–June 30 annually. |
| Continuing competence | RN generally 12 hours per renewal; LPN 24 hours every two years plus specified topic and practice requirements. |
| Fees | RN renewal $90; confirm LPN fees with the separate LPN Board. |
| Compact status | Compact jurisdiction |
| Credentials | RN, LPN, APRN |
| Phone | RN: (304) 744-0900; LPN: (304) 558-3572 |
| Physical location | RN Board: 5001 MacCorkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV 25309; LPN Board: 101 Dee Drive, Suite 100, Charleston, WV 25311 |
| Mailing address | RN Board: 5001 MacCorkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV 25309; LPN Board: 101 Dee Drive, Suite 100, Charleston, WV 25311 |
| Primary official domains | wvrnboard.wv.gov |
For West Virginia, 4 primary official source records and 7 labeled official destinations support this jurisdiction guide.
Responsible licensing authority
West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board is the responsible licensing authority. Every action must be routed to the regulator for the credential.
RN Board: 5001 MacCorkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV 25309; LPN Board: 101 Dee Drive, Suite 100, Charleston, WV 25311Open map ↗
Confirm current service hours and walk-in availability before visiting.
Which office or system should you use?
| Goal | Route | Why and what to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Verify current license status | West Virginia License Verification | Use the reviewed West Virginia primary-source route to confirm legal name, credential, status, expiration and public restrictions. Search by license number when available and document the live West Virginia result date. |
| Renew or reactivate a license | West Virginia Renewal Portal | West Virginia renewal eligibility, declarations and payments belong in the official account or renewal system. Follow this published timing: 2026 RN/APRN: May 1–June 30. LPN generally March 1–June 30 annually. |
| Check CE or continuing competence | NCSBN License Verification Guidance | West Virginia rules can differ by credential, first renewal, practice hours, mandatory topics or national certification. Review the exact requirement before buying coursework: RN generally 12 hours per renewal; LPN 24 hours every two years plus specified topic and practice requirements. |
| Apply by endorsement | West Virginia Licensure Applications | The West Virginia destination authority decides application eligibility, documents, fingerprints, fees and any temporary authority. For West Virginia, use Nursys when accepted; otherwise follow the authority’s direct verification instructions. |
| Use the account or transaction portal | West Virginia Renewal Portal | Authenticated West Virginia transactions and messages should occur only in the authority-named system. Confirm the browser domain is one of the reviewed official domains: wvrnboard.wv.gov. |
| Check complaints or public discipline | official complaint and discipline resource | License status and public discipline are separate questions in West Virginia. For West Virginia, open any public order or restriction linked by the authority; do not rely on social posts or an old screenshot. |
| Contact the licensing authority | West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board | For West Virginia, use the responsible office for a missing document, status discrepancy, credential routing or application message. Call RN: (304) 744-0900; LPN: (304) 558-3572 with the credential, license or application number available; do not email sensitive documents unless given a secure route. |
| Use national verification or monitoring | Nursys QuickConfirm / e-Notify when accepted | Nursys can support participating-board national verification, endorsement verification and monitoring, but the West Virginia authority remains the source for local requirements. West Virginia is recorded as an operational Nurse Licensure Compact jurisdiction in this dataset. Verify that the individual public record is actually designated multistate and that the nurse maintains West Virginia or another qualifying compact state as the primary state of residence. |
Complete official task destinations
West Virginia license verification ↗
Primary official source reviewed for this jurisdiction.
Exact primary-source record · reviewed July 27, 2026West Virginia licensing or renewal portal ↗
Primary official source reviewed for this jurisdiction.
Exact primary-source record · reviewed July 27, 2026West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board ↗
Primary official source reviewed for this jurisdiction.
Exact primary-source record · reviewed July 27, 2026Nurse Licensure Compact ↗
National compact resource used with the West Virginia status recorded as Compact jurisdiction; individual eligibility depends on the actual license designation and primary state of residence.
Exact primary-source record · reviewed July 27, 2026NCLEX Official Website ↗
Official NCLEX information for examination candidates applying through West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board; passing the exam does not itself create a West Virginia license.
National official source · reviewed July 28, 2026NCSBN License Verification Guidance ↗
National licensing guidance used to interpret verification categories; the local West Virginia source remains West Virginia official license verification.
National official source · reviewed July 28, 2026Nursys QuickConfirm and e-Notify ↗
National participating-board service used alongside West Virginia official license verification for West Virginia; follow West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board instructions for endorsement or monitoring.
National official service · reviewed July 28, 2026Before contacting the authority
- Confirm which credential and authority apply, especially in split-board jurisdictions.
- Have the application type, license number or transaction reference available.
- Ask a specific question about a missing item, renewal eligibility, status or credential assignment.
- Do not email Social Security numbers, payment-card details or background documents unless the authority explicitly instructs a secure method.
- Record the date, office or unit contacted and the response.
- Verify final license status in the public lookup system.
Frequently asked questions
Which office handles nursing licenses in West Virginia?
West Virginia RN Board and West Virginia LPN Board.
What is the published phone number?
RN: (304) 744-0900; LPN: (304) 558-3572
Is there a separate mailing address?
RN Board: 5001 MacCorkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV 25309; LPN Board: 101 Dee Drive, Suite 100, Charleston, WV 25311
What should I prepare before contacting the authority?
Have the credential, application type, license number or transaction reference ready, but do not send sensitive records to an unverified address.
Is phone guidance proof of licensure?
No. Verify the final license status in the official public lookup system.
Should I visit the office without checking first?
No. Confirm office hours, walk-in availability and the correct unit before traveling.