How do I get a real estate license in Virginia?

To earn a Salesperson license in Virginia, complete the required pre-license education (60 hours), pass your school/course final exam, submit your application to the VREB with any required fingerprinting or background check, and pass the Virginia state licensing exam administered by PSI. Always confirm the current requirements with the VREB.

How many continuing education hours does Virginia require?

Virginia requires 16 hours of continuing education per renewal cycle (every 2 years). Confirm current CE rules and deadlines with the VREB.

Who regulates real estate licensing in Virginia?

Real estate licensing in Virginia is regulated by the Virginia Real Estate Board ((804) 367-8526). It is the authoritative source for applications, rules, renewals, and license lookups.

Does Virginia require a proctored school final exam?

This state requires the school/course final exam to be completed under proctoring before a pre-license completion certificate can be issued.

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Virginia at a Glance

Entry-level license

Salesperson

Pre-license hours

60 hours

State exam provider

PSI

Exam passing score

75%

CE per renewal

16 hours

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Regulator

VREB

CE reporting

CE tracked through Virginia DPOR. License renewal at dpor.virginia.gov.

School-final proctoring: Proctored school final required

How to Get Licensed in Virginia

1
Complete the 60-hour DPOR-approved salesperson pre-license course (Principles of Real Estate).
2
Pass the Virginia salesperson licensing exam administered by PSI (state and national portions).
3
Complete fingerprinting through a PSI test center or a DPOR-approved vendor.
4
Submit your salesperson license application to DPOR with the application fee.
5
Activate your license under a Virginia broker.

Virginia CE Requirements

Total Hours

Mandatory

Elective

2-year

Renewal Cycle

Confirm current CE rules and deadlines with the VREB.

After You Pass: Keeping Your License

First renewal, post-licensing, and continuing education

New Virginia salespersons must complete 30 hours of post-license education during the first license term (within one year of licensure). Licenses renew every 2 years with 16 hours of continuing education thereafter.

Post-license education

Required

SAE required

Not required

First-renewal hours

30 hours

Ongoing CE

16 hours

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Confirm post-licensing and renewal rules with the VREB before your first renewal deadline.

Virginia Resources & Official Links

Virginia Real Estate Commission Proctoring Requirements Forms & Official Links Broker License Guide

VREB Official WebsiteThe authoritative source for applications, rules, and renewals

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Requirements are summarized for general guidance and can change without notice. Always confirm the current rules, hours, fees, and deadlines directly with your state real estate commission before enrolling or renewing.

Verify directly with the state real estate commission before relying on this.

Last reviewed: June 25, 2026