What Do I Need to Sign My Power of Attorney in West Virginia?

Yes, notarization is required for a financial poa to be valid in West Virginia.W.Va. Code § 39B-1-105Verified Jun 10, 2026

West Virginia allows Remote Online Notarization (RON) for financial poas.W.Va. Code § 39B-1-105Verified Jun 10, 2026 The notarization can be completed via secure video call with an approved RON provider, without meeting in person. The state also accepts out-of-state RON.

To execute a financial poa in West Virginia: Schedule a notary appointment (in-person or online via RON). Have your agent sign to acknowledge acceptance. Provide copies to financial institutions. Remote notary available; e-signature status unclear

Yes. West Virginia has adopted UPOAA § 302W.Va. Code §§ 39B-1-106, 39B-1-107Verified Jun 10, 2026: an out-of-state POA is valid in West Virginia if it was validly executed under the law of the place of execution or the principal's domicile when signed. UPOAA state (2012). Per § 39B-1-106(c), out-of-state POA valid if it complied with the law of the jurisdiction that governs its meaning under § 39B-1-107, or with 10 U.S.C. § 1044b (military POA). Per § 39B-1-107, meaning and effect determined by jurisdiction indicated in the POA, or if none indicated, the jurisdiction where executed. The document portability tool shows recognition by document type.