West Virginia Pharmacist License
West Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Total Fee
$250
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board
What You'll Need
- Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from your pharmacy school to the Board.
- Proof of Internship Hours — Documentation of 1,500 internship hours, often verified by the school or preceptor.
- Headshot Photograph — A recent 3x4 head and shoulders photograph taken within the last 12 months.
- Proof of Age — Copy of a birth certificate or other government-issued ID proving you are at least 18 years old.
- Background Check Results — Results from the fingerprint-based state and federal criminal history check.
How to Apply
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Educational Requirements ▾Graduate from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy with a PharmD degree.
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Internship Hours ▾Complete 1,500 hours of pharmacy internship under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
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Board Application ▾Register and log in to the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy License Portal to submit your initial application.
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Exam Registration ▾Register for the NAPLEX and West Virginia MPJE through the NABP website.
NABP Exam Registration -
Criminal Background Check ▾Schedule a fingerprinting appointment via IdentoGO using Service Code 228QQN.
Schedule Fingerprinting -
Pass Examinations ▾Successfully pass both the NAPLEX and the West Virginia MPJE to be eligible for licensure.
Total Fee
$250
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Pharmacists licensed in another state can often apply via license transfer (reciprocity) through the NABP, though most states still require passing their specific MPJE.
Steps
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NABP Preliminary Application ▾Submit a preliminary application for licensure transfer through the NABP e-Profile system.
NABP Licensure Transfer -
WV Board Application ▾Once NABP verifies your data, complete the West Virginia-specific application on the Board's portal.
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Background Check ▾Complete the required fingerprint-based criminal background check via IdentoGO.
IdentoGO Portal -
Pass WV MPJE ▾Register for and pass the West Virginia Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination.
MPJE Registration -
Board Appearance ▾Applicants for reciprocity may be required to appear before the Board for an interview if requested.
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
West Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Keeping Your License Active
West Virginia Pharmacist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Visit board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $250 |
| Endorsement application | $250 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 150.0 |
Slow Downs
Background Check Processing
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Fingerprint processing can take several weeks; out-of-state manual cards take significantly longer than electronic LiveScan.
Transcript Delivery
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Delays in schools sending official transcripts directly to the Board can stall the application review.
NABP Verification Time
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For reciprocity, the Board cannot act until NABP has completed the preliminary verification of your existing license.
Questions
How many CE hours are required for West Virginia pharmacists?
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Pharmacists must complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years. At least 6 hours must be live instruction, and 2 hours must be board-approved drug diversion training.
When does my pharmacist license expire?
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Licenses expire biennially on June 30th. Renewals are typically due by June 15th to avoid late fees.
What is the fee for a pharmacist license in West Virginia?
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The initial examination application fee is $125, and the reciprocity application fee is $250. Biennial renewal is $100 ($50 for those 65 and older).
How do I verify a pharmacist's license in West Virginia?
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West Virginia uses a 'Practitioner Verification Request' form available on the Board's website for official license verification.