Welder License Requirements in West Virginia
License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: West Virginia Division of Labor
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Not listed
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Not listed
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
West Virginia does not require a statewide occupational license for general welders. The West Virginia Division of Labor does not issue a welder-specific license. Boiler and pressure vessel welding is regulated by the WV Division of Labor, Boiler Safety Program. Employer certifications per AWS or ASME are commonly required.