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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Ohio Department of Agriculture (Pesticide & Fertilizer / Plant Health Section) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your pest control license from West Virginia to Ohio
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Ohio Department of Agriculture (Pesticide & Fertilizer / Plant Health Section) to verify.
| Requirement | West Virginia (WV) | Ohio (OH) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Provider: Applicants must pass a General Standards (core) exam and at least one category examination. There are 23 categories and subcategories. Exams are proctored and administered by the WVDA. Exam results are valid for 12 months; if certification is not obtained within 12 months, eligibility expires. A person who fails on the first attempt may retake after 28 days; after two or more failures, must wait 56 days. Passing score: 70%. Exam fee: $20.00 per exam (no fee for city/state/government employees). | Provider: State-administered |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $20.00 – Commercial Applicator license fee (per individual); $20.00 – Registered Technician license fee (per individual). Fees waived for Certified Public Applicators and Registered Technicians working under a Certified Public Applicator.; business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: Approximately $40–$60+ for an individual (exam fee $20 + license fee $20, plus any additional category exam fees at $20 each). LPAB business license fee amount not confirmed from official source.; confidence: high; sources: https://agriculture.wv.gov | application fee: $35; exam fee: $100-$200; technician license fee: $35; operator license fee: $35; business license fee: $100; renewal fee: $35 annually; total initial fees: $305; confidence: high; sources: https://agri.ohio.gov |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: Commercial Applicator license: annually. Certification (recertification): every 3 years. Registered Technician: annually. LPAB business license: annually (expires end of calendar year).. December 31 (certifications expire by December 31 of the third year of the cycle; LPAB business license expires at end of calendar year of issue); CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 | Period: 3 years; CE hours: 5; Fee: $35 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.
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These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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