Get Your West Virginia Medical Window Tint Exemption Online

West Virginia: Everything You Need to Know

• West Virginia Window Tint Exemption Laws

  West Virginia's medical window tint exemption is authorized under W.V. Code § 17C-15-36A. Individuals with qualifying photosensitive conditions can receive an affidavit from licensed physicians and legally install darker window tint than the standard limits.

  • The exemption applies to motor vehicles registered in West Virginia in the name of the person with the condition, or their legal guardian.
  • A physician or optometrist licensed in West Virginia must sign an affidavit stating the person has a physical condition requiring darker tint.
  • The affidavit must state the condition makes it necessary to equip the vehicle with sun-screening material that would otherwise violate state law.
  • West Virginia does NOT issue permits, certificates, or stickers – the physician affidavit IS the exemption.
  • The affidavit must be kept in your possession (or your legal guardian's) at all times while being transported in the vehicle.
  • If windows behind the driver are tinted, dual outside rearview mirrors are required.
  • Tint on the windshield must be nonreflective and cannot be red, yellow, or amber in color.
  • Violating window tint laws is a misdemeanor with fines up to $200.
• Documents You'll Need

  To apply for a medical window tint exemption in West Virginia, you'll need:

  • Physician affidavit signed by a physician or optometrist licensed to practice in West Virginia
  • Must state you have a physical condition that makes it necessary to equip the vehicle with sun-screening material
  • Must indicate the tint would be of a light transmittance or luminous reflectance that violates standard requirements

  If applying through a telehealth service like TintedMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online. You'll receive:

  • A signed physician affidavit delivered via email, ready to keep in your vehicle

  Note: The affidavit must be in your possession (or your legal guardian's possession) at all times while being transported in the vehicle and presented to law enforcement upon request.

• Legal Tint Limits

  West Virginia law sets specific limits on how dark your vehicle windows can be tinted. However, the state recognizes that certain medical conditions require additional protection from sunlight. With an approved medical exemption, your darker window tint becomes legally recognized, protecting both your health and your compliance with West Virginia law.

  Standard West Virginia Tint Limits (Without Exemption):

  • Windshield: Nonreflective tint permitted only on top 5 inches or above AS-1 line (whichever is closer to top). Cannot be red, yellow, or amber.
  • Front Side Windows: Must allow more than 35% of visible light (35% VLT). Anything darker is illegal without an exemption.
  • Back Side Windows: Minimum 35% VLT for sedans; SUVs, vans, and trucks have no restriction.
  • Rear Window: Minimum 35% VLT for sedans; SUVs, vans, and trucks have no restriction.
  • Reflectivity: No more than 20% reflective on all windows.

  With a Medical Exemption:

  • You may install window tint darker than standard legal limits on front side windows, back side windows, and rear window.
  • There is no specific VLT percentage mandated for exemption holders; the physician determines appropriate tint level based on your medical condition.
  • Tint on front side windows can be darker than the standard 35% VLT limit with proper medical documentation.
  • If windows behind the driver are tinted, dual outside rearview mirrors are required.