Who regulates real estate licenses in Virginia?

Real estate licensing in Virginia is overseen by the Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB). This agency issues licenses, sets education requirements, and handles renewals and complaints.

How do I contact the VREB?

Phone: (804) 367-8526. Address: 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400, Henrico, VA 23233. Website: https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/Boards/Real-Estate.

What license types does Virginia issue?

Virginia issues the following real estate license types: Salesperson, Broker. Each has its own education and experience requirements — confirm the current rules with the commission.

State Regulator

Virginia Real Estate Commission

Who regulates your license in Virginia, how to reach them, and where to verify official requirements. This is a free resource — not a course page.

About the Virginia Real Estate Board

Your Virginia real estate license is issued and regulated by the Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB). This agency sets the education and exam requirements, processes applications and renewals, maintains the public license lookup, and enforces the rules that protect consumers. Click2CE is an education provider — for any official action (applying, renewing, filing a complaint, or verifying a license) you work directly with the VREB.

Regulator: Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB)

Address: 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400, Henrico, VA 23233

Phone: (804) 367-8526

Website: www.dpor.virginia.gov/Boards/Real-Estate

License Types in Virginia

Salesperson
Broker

Exam retake policy: You may retake the exam after waiting 24 hours. Must pass within one year of course completion.

Official Resources & Portals

Links to the official VREB systems for applying, renewing, verifying a license, and scheduling your exam. Where a direct link is not yet listed, use the VREB website and verify the current process with the commission.

VREB Official WebsiteApplications, rules, and announcements Licensing application portalApply for a new real estate license License renewal portalRenew an existing license Candidate handbookExam content outline, rules, and scheduling info Forms & applicationsOfficial downloadable forms Approved schools listState-approved education providers License lookupVerify a license holder State exam schedulingAdministered by PSI

Fingerprinting & background check

A fingerprint-based background check is required for licensure in Virginia. Processed through Fingerprinting at a PSI test center (~$52) or through Fieldprint (~$37.50); results to the Virginia State Police/FBI. Confirm the current process and fees with the VREB.

Fingerprinting details

All Virginia forms & official links Virginia education hub

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