Real Estate License Renewal in Virginia (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Virginia is handled by the Virginia Real Estate Board (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR), which requires Real Estate Agent (Salesperson)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Virginia Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle24 months
Deadline ruleA salesperson license expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued, as printed on the license. Renewal application and fee must be received by the Board (receipt date, not postmark, governs) on or before the expiration date. There is a 30-day window after expiration to complete CE and submit payment without a reinstatement fee, but this is not a license extension and no real estate activity may be performed once the license has expired.
CE hours required16 hours
Renewal fee$65.00
Online renewalYes
Governing bodyVirginia Real Estate Board (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR)

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Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Virginia Real Estate Board (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR). automated research workflow (official virginia real estate commission), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Virginia

Active salespersons must complete at least 16 instruction hours (classroom, correspondence, or distance learning) each two-year licensing term. Of these, required-topic hours total 11: 2 hours fair housing laws, 3 hours ethics and standards of conduct, 2 hours legal updates and emerging trends (including flood zone areas / National Flood Insurance Program), 2 hours real estate agency, and 2 hours real estate contracts; the remaining 5 hours are electives from an approved subject list. (The required-topic block rose from 8 to 11 hours under HB 383 / SB 330, effective for licenses expiring on or after June 30, 2026.) Salespersons renewing for the FIRST time complete 30 hours of post-license education instead of the 16-hour CE course, whether active or inactive. Inactive salespersons are not required to complete CE as a condition of renewal. A licensee who certifies by notarized affidavit that they do not practice residential brokerage/management/leasing may substitute other federal/state anti-discrimination training for the fair housing hours.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Virginia

  1. Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Virginia Real Estate Board (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR) portal.
  2. Complete the required 16 CE hours.
  3. Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
  4. Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.
Good to know: Authority: 18VAC135-20-90 (two-year term), -101 (CE), -120 ($65 renewal fee), -140 ($100 salesperson reinstatement fee, available up to one year past expiration). Fee figures are the published salesperson amounts in the Real Estate Board regulations; DPOR also accepts online renewal for all license types. CE providers must be Board-approved; no central CE-tracking vendor (such as CE Broker) was identified for Virginia real estate.

Real Estate license renewal in Virginia: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Real Estate license in Virginia?

Virginia Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. A salesperson license expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued, as printed on the license. Renewal application and fee must be received by the Board (receipt date, not postmark, governs) on or before the expiration date. There is a 30-day window after expiration to complete CE and submit payment without a reinstatement fee, but this is not a license extension and no real estate activity may be performed once the license has expired.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Real Estate license in Virginia?

Approximately 16 continuing-education hours per cycle. Active salespersons must complete at least 16 instruction hours (classroom, correspondence, or distance learning) each two-year licensing term. Of these, required-topic hours total 11: 2 hours fair housing laws, 3 hours ethics and standards of conduct, 2 hours legal updates and emerging trends (including flood zone areas / National Flood Insurance Program), 2 hours real estate agency, and 2 hours real estate contracts; the remaining 5 hours are electives from an approved subject list. (The required-topic block rose from 8 to 11 hours under HB 383 / SB 330, effective for licenses expiring on or after June 30, 2026.) Salespersons renewing for the FIRST time complete 30 hours of post-license education instead of the 16-hour CE course, whether active or inactive. Inactive salespersons are not required to complete CE as a condition of renewal. A licensee who certifies by notarized affidavit that they do not practice residential brokerage/management/leasing may substitute other federal/state anti-discrimination training for the fair housing hours. Confirm the current requirement with the Virginia Real Estate Board (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR).

Can I renew my Virginia Real Estate license online?

Yes — Virginia offers online renewal through the Virginia Real Estate Board (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Virginia Real Estate license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $100 may apply. Contact the Virginia Real Estate Board (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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